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Research

The Science of
Integrative Fertility Medicine

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Fertility Acupuncture Research

Research Demonstrates that Acupuncture Maximizes 

IVF and Embryo Transfer Success

While Also Improving Quality of Life

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A meta-analysis of 15 research studies with more than 4,000 participants demonstrated increased pregnancy outcomes in IVF patients.

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Acupuncture increased the number of mature eggs retrieved in previously poor responders and participants with advanced maternal age.

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Acupuncture administered directly before and after embryo transfer increased success rates.

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Acupuncture improved fertilization rates and embryo quality in a fertility hospital study conducted over 4 years on over 1,000 women.

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A meta-analysis of 19 research studies with more than 5,000 participants showed improvements in pregnancy outcomes in IVF patients.

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Acupuncture increased uterine perfusion leading to increased blood flow, oxygenation, and delivery of nutrients to the uterus, resulting in increased thickness and receptivity of the endometrium.

Fertility Supplements Research

Research Demonstrates that Supplements, Nutrition, and Lifestyle Impact Fertility and Pregnancy

While Also Enhancing Anti-aging and Longevity

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Elevated homocysteine levels associated with inflammation found to be correlated with B vitamin complex deficiencies detected in follicular fluid.

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Melatonin is concentrated in follicular fluid and plays an important role in egg maturation, fertilization, and embryo development.

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A meta-analysis of more than 1500 patients with diminished ovarian reserve demonstrates increases in number of eggs retrieved, viable embryos and pregnancy rates with CoQ10 Supplementation 

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Glutathione, a master antioxidant that preserves other antioxidants to combat the oxidative stress associated with aging and inflammation, is present with great variability in egg and sperm cells.

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Vitamin D demonstrated to play a significant role in immunity, fertility, pregnancy, and maternal-fetal outcomes. 

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NMN supplementation demonstrated the ability to rejuvenate egg quality in aging animals with benefits extending to embryo development.

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