Do GMOs cause infertility?

From 1996 to approximately 2014, the use of GMO crops in the United States, such as corn, soybeans, and cotton increased heavily, leveling off at over 75% of planted acres from 2015-2020 [1, 2]. Genetically modified soybeans make up 94% of all soybeans planted, while...

Zinc: The mineral of conception pyrotechnics

Did you know that when fertilization occurs in mammals, sparks literally fly? In 2016, scientists were able to capture on camera the burst of light that occurs when the sperm and egg join. This is pretty amazing in and of itself, but just as amazing is the discovery,...

Book Review: It Starts with the Egg

Reviewed by Stephanie Olsen, FNTP Rebecca Fett’s book It Starts with the Egg: How the Science of Egg Quality Can Help You Get Pregnant Naturally, Prevent Miscarriage, and Improve Your Odds in IVF (Second Edition) is a good resource on female fertility in general and...

Progesterone, fertility, and pregnancy

Healthy progesterone levels are essential for a viable pregnancy and, thus, for preventing a miscarriage. In my nutritional therapy practice, I aim during the preconception period to optimize hormonal balance to the greatest extent possible. This ideally means...

Healthy Immune Function

This time of year, a lot of people are concerned about immune health. You may wonder how to keep your immune system strong while commuting, working, traveling and conducting your daily activities. Or your foremost concern may be keeping your family as healthy as...