Acupuncture and Fertility

Acupuncture and Fertility: How does acupuncture help, and to what extent should lifestyle factors be taken into consideration?


The simple answer to this question is that acupuncture has been shown to improve fertility in both men and women, by increasing blood flow to the reproductive organs, reducing stress, and balancing hormonal function. However, if we look at the body in a holistic way, it becomes clear that optimum fertility requires a lot more than just well functioning reproductive organs. We are, quite literally the building blocks of our children. The state of our general health at the time of conception, and onward through pregnancy has direct implications for the health of the children we bear. This means that becoming as well possible is a very worthy goal for anyone planning a pregnancy. These days, even though we have acccess to more food, more services and more 'things' than ever before, the fast pace of modern life leaves us all with less time to focus on nutrition, on exercise, on getting enough rest and relaxation. There is a great prevalence of nutritional depletion, which happens when we are deprived of essential nutrients and micro-nutrients on a long-term basis. Food intolerances often go unnoticed, but gradually the body begins to lack the essential building blocks it needs to maintain healthy blood, bones and skin as poor intestinal function leads to poor digestion and absorption. Stress and lack of rest also leave the body running on empty, lacking the energy to regenerate. Exercise, while essential for keeping our bodies healthy is often approached in ways that are too demanding and deplete the body's vital energy. 

Acupuncture can help to address these common problems and help to re-balance the body's energy and  improve the function of the organs. When your pulse is taken by an acupuncturist, it reveals valuable information about your current state of health. Whether or not your digestion is working efficiently, whether your blood is being nourished. Whether your organs are functioning together and communicating well. It also reveals your constitutional tendancies, whether you are a robust person or whether there are inherent weaknesses in your body which need some extra care. Our bodies are not machines, and rebalancing the effects of the wear and tear that daily living brings takes time. However, we do have a marvellous capacity to recover, and our bodies respond beautifully when they get the correct care. If you are planning a pregnancy, ask yourself the following questions:

Do I feel energised, sleep well, wake feeling refreshed?
How is my digestion....any heartburn, reflux, constipation or diarrhea?
Is my diet nourishing me?
Am I stressed? Often times we are not conscious of stress, but are there everyday events that fill you with dread? Tasks or people you wish you could avoid?
Have I got lifestyle habits that cause toxicity to my body....smoking, alcohol or drug intake?
Do I have some space and time to relax each and every day?

These are all important factors in the building of a healthier you, and a healthier baby. If you are concerned about fertility, acupuncture, together with lifestyle advice and nutritional care can help get you into better shape, no matter what stage of your journey you are on. To book a free thirty minute consultation, call Trish on 087 7787730 or email info@aranacupuncture.ie

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