Treating Infertility—An Information Sheet for Couples
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Hello Reader,
Infertility affects one in six couples It's even more common in fibromyalgia because of associated hypothyroidism, nutritional deficiencies, and PCOS. These numbers are continuing to rise as sperm counts drop worldwide and undiagnosed thyroid problems increase.
Various factors contribute to the inability to achieve a successful pregnancy. Despite research showing that fertility declines after age 30, women are delaying having children. Infertility may be caused by ovulatory, anatomic, immunologic, infectious, nutritional or hormonal factors on the woman's side. In men, abnormalities of semen parameters are the most common contributors.
Let's go through the do's and don'ts for helping you conceive.
Gravity Pal®, a Helpful Angle in Fibromyalgia
Gravity Pal® is an interesting device that can help relieve fibromyalgia pain and brain fog. It's a low-angle inversion table that can provide relief in several problem areas caused by fibromyalgia:
- Tightening of the fascia (the compartments that hold our muscles in place). The tilted position you're in when using Gravity Pal® uses your own body weight to release the fascia and allow it to stretch back to normal length. This is markedly beneficial in relieving pain.
- Orthostatic intolerance. This is when your brain doesn't receive proper blood flow. Tilting back with Gravity Pal® helps improve this.
- Back pain. Many people with fibromyalgia have back pain from tight muscles. Using gravity to stretch your back is excellent natural therapy for this.
Using Gravity Pal® can be very useful for pain relief—and without the side effects of medications! However, more is not necessarily better! You have to start gradually to get your body used to it. Be sure to read the instructions, and start out with no more than a few 30-60 second sessions a day. The effects are immediate and build over time.
The makers of Gravity Pal® provide a no-risk 30-day free trial. And if you mention that you're a subscriber to our newsletter, they'll give you a free protective carrying case with your order (a $39 value).
Learn more about Gravity Pal® »
P.S.—Many of you know my policy on recommending products. But for just to be sure... I do not accept payments for promoting products in my newsletter. I make recommendations like this one only when I think something has merit :-)
Making Life Better 30 Seconds at a Time
I recently became a blog contributor at a website called "30 seconds." This is an interesting site that features short, helpful lifestyle tips from experts in a wide range of areas (I'm of course in the health category).
Give them a visit (when you have 30 seconds to spare) »
This Week's Specials
Fatigued to Fantastic! Revitalizing Sleep Formula (30 ct)
The Revitalizing Sleep Formula is a mix of six powerful, yet gentle, sleep herbs that will help you fall asleep faster and maintain a healthy sleep cycle — without feeling groggy the next day. It can help relax your muscles, decreasing pain from muscle overuse, and can also help decrease anxiety during the day.*
(MSRP $14.95)
Daily Energy B Complex
Busy schedules and stress drain B vitamins from your body. If you're under stress, your body uses up B vitamins more rapidly. B vitamins also help maintain mental alertness when you're experiencing fatigue. Daily Energy B Complex was formulated with Dr. Teitelbaum. It features high levels of B12 and other B vitamins for promoting healthy blood, brain and nerve cell function, which are essential for sustained energy to help you feel at your peak, all day long.*
(MSRP $9.50)
Cool Stuff
Dancing on Water — by Peter Kater
Research has shown that listening to the right kind of music can markedly decrease pain intensity, and this CD definitely has the "Right Stuff!" Peter Kater is a world-famous concert pianist who has received an amazing 12 Grammy Award nominations! His music is exceedingly healing for both body and soul. His latest CD "Dancing On Water" will leave your spirit feeling like it's dancing, and I highly recommend you check it out! (Download more info.)
Find "Dancing on Water" at Amazon »
Consultations With Dr. T
I treat people with CFS and fibromyalgia all over the world by providing consultations over the phone or in person, with a comprehensive "new patient" consultation session including four hours of one-on-one time with me. During this initial session, I'll review your medical lab records, thoroughly discuss the experiences you've had with this illness, answer all of your questions, and recommended a detailed treatment protocol for your case.
Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D. is one of the world's leading integrative medical authorities on fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. He is the lead author of eight research studies on their effective treatments, and has published numerous health & wellness books, including the bestseller on fibromyalgia From Fatigued to Fantastic! and The Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Solution. Dr. Teitelbaum is one of the most frequently quoted fibromyalgia experts in the world and appears often as a guest on news and talk shows nationwide including Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Oprah & Friends, CNN, and Fox News Health.
