Herbal Remedies For Infertility

A quarter of the couples trying for a baby will come across problems conceiving. If you're struggling to get pregnant, or if your doctor has already given you a diagnosis of 'unexplained infertility',This is where after a multitude of clinical tests carried out by your doctor or consultant, there is no medical evidence of any problems!

There are still other routes that you can travel to reach your final destination - Pregnancy. Although these herbal remedies for infertility cannot be guaranteed to help you get pregnant, rather than giving up hope altogether, some people Think they are worth a try.

Please note, that if you are on any medication, fertility drugs, the pill, or have any medical conditions, you must consult your doctor before starting to try herbal infertility treatment.

Herbal remedies for infertility - What to try

Some of the herbs listed below can help to regulate your cycle, and improve your general health all round.

Just remember there are 'no' herbal cures for infertility, but there are things that could improve your chances of conception.

• Chaste tree berry. In some cases the pituitary gland doesn't function correctly, chaste tree berry will help to stimulate this, correcting the hormonal balance within your body. It's helps with irregular ovulation, and sorter leutal phases.

• False unicorn root. This herb has many uses, from endometriosis, ovarian cysts to hormonal balance and infertility. It is said to be beneficial in getting and staying pregnant. It helps with egg formation in the ovaries. Take care not to take too much, as it can cause kidney and stomach irritation, vomiting, hot flashes and blurred vision.

• Wild yam. This can increase the production of progesterone. It can help with short leutal phases, but you really need to be sure that you are ovulating, and know when you ovulate. Wild yam has to be taken after ovulation and if taken before, it can actually stop ovulation!

• Dong Quai. This herb is used to regulate your menstrual cycle, as well as having other health benefits. The micro nutrients in Dong quai include iron, vitamin B12, and vitamin E. It can also thin the the blood, so care needs to be taken.

Do see a fully qualified homoeopath, these people will be able to give you the correct advice on quantities and other specifics, such as how and when to take your herbal infertility treatment. It also best to also consult your medical practitioner, as some of these herbs can interfere with medical treatment.

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