Can diet affect my fertility?

Can diet affect my fertility?

During your fertility treatment you can often feel frustrated, especially knowing that the issue you’re facing is practically out of your control and everything rests in the hands of your fertility clinic.

A very common question asked is “can I do or eat anything to help improve my chances?”

The short answer is “yes”, there are things to do that can help improve the outcome of your fertility treatment and a lot of that comes down to diet and lifestyle.

Although there is still much research to be done in the area of nutrition and fertility, there have been studies that have shown that adequate intake of specific vitamins and minerals can have a dramatic effect on your chances of being able to achieve a healthy pregnancy.

There have been several studies that have previously investigated the role diet may play on fecundity or the amount of time taken to fall pregnant. The research continues to reveal evidence that supports the impact a healthy diet can have for both men and women who are looking at starting a family.

Issues such as obesity has previously been directly associated with ovulation problems in women and reduced sperm quality in men, as well as increasing the metabolic disturbance in adult offspring due to increased oxidative stress and epigenetic alterations. Insufficient levels of vitamin D in women has been linked to implantation failure and increased chances of miscarriage, and for men it is has been associated with reduced sperm concentration, motility and decreased pregnancy rates.

Fertility First has recognised the importance of a healthy lifestyle in both our male and female patients trying to conceive. Our clinic has routinely tested the vitamin D levels in all our patients as part of our preliminary assessment and has been doing so for over 10 years.

For more information on foods that can improve the health and quality of your eggs and/or sperm, consider some of the articles we’ve written in the past:

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FAQ

How does Fertility First keep fertility treatment and IVF costs down?

As a Doctor-owned Medical Practice, our fertility and IVF treatment costs do not need to cover overheads and/or shareholder dividends, all of which have to come out of the income derived from patients’ treatment cycle fees at other fertility clinics in Sydney.

What is the NSW fertility treatment rebates?

From the 1st October 2022, the NSW Government announced a rebate of $2,000 in OOP expenses for all eligible patients. Fertility First is pleased to support the NSW Government’s fertility rebate at our Sydney fertility clinic.

What makes Fertility First different to other Sydney fertility clinics?

Fertility First is privately owned, which means we can place more focus on our patients. We offer a holistic approach to fertility and believe that it’s important to minimise the invasiveness of the fertility testing process and only carry out the necessary investigations, maximising your chance of a successful outcome. We offer extensive preliminary fertility testing, including Halosperm Assay.

We were one of the first Sydney fertility clinics to offer a donor sperm and donor egg program, thanks to our partnership with Central IVF.

How do I choose the best fertilty clinic for me?

Choosing the right fertility clinic in Sydney is a very important decision. You should consider factors like success rates, clinic location and appointment times, fertility treatment costs, repor with the Fertility Specialist and what treatment options are available.

Does Fertility First offer preliminary fertility testing?

Yes. We offer a range of fertility testing for both males and females. We aim to have fertility test results back within 2 to 3 weeks, which means, unless any assessment of the fallopian tubes is required, fertility treatment options can then be considered.

Does Fertility First offer treatment for same sex couples and singles?

Yes. Fertility First offers a range of fertility treatments that are suitable for same sex couples and singles, including our donor sperm program. See our fertility treatment page for a full guide.

Does Fertility First offer Medicare rebates?

Yes. In order to assist you with a Medicare rebate for your fertility treatment, you will need a current referral to Fertility First.

Note: GP referrals are valid for 12 months, and specialist referrals are valid for 3 months.

Does Fertility First offer IVF treatment?

Yes. IVF treatment is offered to suitable patients after preliminary testing.