19/08/2022
When it comes to improving the quality of your eggs and the health of your ovarian tissue, there are three key factors that you need to pay attention to.
🥚 Androgen levels: androgens like testosterone and DHEA are critical for proper function of the ovaries and maturation of follicles. When androgen levels decline, we often see a decline in ovarian reserve as well. This most commonly happens as a result of normal aging, but other factors can cause antigens to be low as well, such as stress, inadequate sleep, and other lifestyle factors. This is easily tested and can be managed if it’s low.
Oxidative Stress: this is another term for “free radical damage”. Essentially, anything that causes damage to your DNA. Many things can increase oxidative stress in the body. Some are lifestyle related such as diet or exposure to environmental toxins. Even viral infection, poor sleep, and imbalanced blood sugar can also contribute. With oxidative stress, it’s all about balance. In order to combat oxidative stress, which is even produced through normal and healthy metabolism, we have to counter it with antioxidants. These mostly come from our diet but can also be found in many supplements.
Mitochondrial function: Mitochondria are our energy power houses. They manufacture ATP for our cells. When these are not functioning optimally, the low energy levels make it harder for ourselves to do their important work. Te**es and ovaries are disproportionately affected compared to other cells in our body because they are so energy dependent.
In our practice, and in our programs, we teach you how you can evaluate each of these areas. Every treatment plan is customized to address your specific needs.
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