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The sperm makes up 50% of the genetic material of your future baby, to ensure the highest epigenetic blueprint for your family, living healthy lives with little sickness or childhood illnesses, treating male fertility on the fertility journey is essential.
“A full cycle of sperm production takes around 72 days, so preparing at least 3 months before conception is advised.
Sperm respond quite quickly to Chinese herbs, as men are not dominated by blood with a monthly cycle, treatment plans can be much more simple and straightforward.
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Before considering IVF, ICSI or other invasive drug protocols, TCM offers a comprehensive approach to enhancing reproductive health in men.
It is seen that 40-50% of cases of infertility are due to male factors, such as poor sperm mobility, morphology and low concentration. In the past 50 years the sperm count in men has dramatically decreased. According to the WHO sperm analysis should have 4% morphology to be classified as normal.
These parameters have rapidly declined from the 1980’s where the WHO’s analysis needed 80% of sperm to have normal morphology.
In each herbal formula there is a combination of 10-20 herbs, this is different to western medicine where one pill treats one symptom. The herbal formula is blended in accordance with the TCM diagnosis that will be taken into account after the consultation.
The herbal formula acts on many different organ systems bringing balance.
Traditional Chinese Medicine can help by addressing:
how TCM can support male fertility...
TCM places a great emphasis on the Kidney system as it governs reproduction in men and women. Herbs are used to tonify the kidney system which will improve sperm count, motility and quality.
Many men suffer circulation problems to the testes that might result in a varicocele. Proper blood flow and circulation is essential to healthy sperm production. Chinese herbs can help remove any
blockages that are causing the blood to stagnate, promoting circulation to the
reproductive organs and testes for optimal sperm production.
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A strong libido is a strong hallmark for male fertility. On the fertility journey this can be dampened down with pressure, worries and concerns. There are many herbs used to strengthen Yang energy, leading to improved energy
boosting labido & sexual health
Emotional and mental wellbeing plays an essential role in male fertility. Chronic stress, anxiety and emotional disturbances can all lower sperm count and diminish libido. Xiao Yao San is the most ancient formula in the classics used in Chinese medicine to relieve stress, regulate mood and restore balance which improves overall reproductive health.
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The SPiritual Journey Into Fatherhood
Part of the fertility journey of the male is to balance the mind-body connection through incorporating practices like meditation or physical exercises like tai chi. Many men are left behind or feel unheard on the fertility journey.
They have to inject medication into their wives if they are going through IVF, face multiple negative pregnancy tests, while finding the best way to emotionally support their wives or partners.
A holistic approach to male fertility involves the use of Chinese herbs but also lifestyle, diet, exercise and emotional support. Whether you are struggling with low sperm count, morphology issues, varicoceles or wanting to be in the best health for your conception journey.
Chinese medicine offers a natural and effective solution to your reproductive health. Together we can create a tailored plan and custom blended Chinese formula that
is suited to your needs to improve vitality and optimize your fertility to conceive.
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Chinese medicine sees each person as an individual so treatments are very personalised which is in direct contrast to Western Medicine giving one pill for each condition. It treats the mind-body-soul.
Your body has everything it needs to heal, herbal medicine helps to unblock certain pathways and bring balance for healing. You are seen as an active participant in your healing journey, together a plan is made to bring you and your life back into balance.
A questionnaire is completed online before your first consultation to look at your diagnosis through a Chinese medicine perspective.
A picture of your tongue is sent over before the first appointment, I will provide you with a video to show you how to take the best tongue pictures. This is used to see what is going on in your body and to diagnose through a Chinese medicine lens.
BBT charts, bloods results and any other tests that have been carried out via the NHS or privately are sent over before your appointment for review.
Your bloods are analysed through a Chinese and western medicine perspective.
A detailed history is taken of your health journey so far including diet, lifestyle and exercise.
The main issues that you would like help with and your treatment goals for the future are discussed.
From this consultation, looking at your tongue and blood analysis I will formulate a Chinese herbal medicine prescription that is specific for you and your individual case.
The prescription is posted off to the lab where it is made up and then posted directly to your home.
A written report detailing how to take the herbal medicine prescription will be
provided.
Additional supplements, diet and lifestyle advice will be recommended to aid the herbal medicine formula and your individual needs.
Email support will be given every 2-3 weeks to see how you are progressing in your treatment plan. We will continuously take new photos of your tongue to see the progression in your symptoms.
The herbal formula will be amended each time in response to how your body responds to treatment.
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