See how this South Florida couple used acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine to solve their infertility issues.
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(Related note: my OBGYN is a jerk, and my insurance doesn’t cover infertility, so I’m on my own.)

Fine needles are inserted to stimulate specific points in the skin called meridians which are considered to be energy paths to treat illness and ensure general good health.

When someone becomes sick or is injured, the chi (pronounced either ‘chee’ or ‘kie’, like pie) gets blocked and positive energy is prevented for getting through.

On the body’s exterior surface, there are 365 different points of acupuncture spread all over, and all these points follow 14 main meridian paths.

When specially designed needles or acupressure are placed at certain locations on the meridians the blocks are released thus enabling the chi to circulate freely.

The concept is similar to clearing blocks that are stopping a river from flowing freely.  Acupuncture normalizes the flow of ‘chi’ so that it flows freely and steadily, not too fast and not too slow.

This type of healing has been done in China for the past 4,000 years, and was discovered when these needles were found in archaeological digs of the late Shang Dynasty (c.1000 BC).

The three kinds of acupuncture are traditional Yin/Yang Theory, Five Elements, and the Western or medical acupuncture.

The methods used in the different types of this medicine, both to diagnose as well as to treat, are the same, but the approach towards determining the origin of the illness and the treatment vary somewhat between styles.

The first type, the five-element acupuncture, is based on the five-element cycle known in Chinese medicine.  The fundamental principle is that an illness can be due to a physical cause or emotional stress.

This belief leads to the thought physical illness can only be healed if inner stress is removed.

The process used in Five elements is long, because it does not merely cure the symptoms but the reason behind the illness as well.  Because of this, the process takes a longer period of time to reach full recovery.

According to the Yin/Yang theory the overall balance of the Yin and Yang has to be maintained for good health. In this type of acupuncture different points are pierced with the needles all along the meridians in order to help cure and affect different illnesses in your body.

Western acupuncture focuses on short-term, immediate cure of illnesses, and combines both Western and Eastern medical techniques.  There are two sub-categories of this method.

The first is the anesthetic acupuncture, and is used is surgical and dental procedures.  Again it is used as an analgesic for temporary but immediate effect.

The second category is acupuncture used to treat long-term illnesses.

This category is very effective for treating allergies, depression, arthritis, asthma, gynecological disorders, infertility, high blood pressure and migraines, as shown by respectable and reputable medical researches.

Acupuncture is one of the most effective methods to treat chronic illnesses that haven?t had satisfactory results from traditional treatment or when the illness is caused by problems associated with lifestyle.

 Scheduled drugs and systematic treatment can cure most of the above mentioned infertility problems except ageing and chronic diseases, although these treatments are quite expensive and may have harmful side effects. Additional treatment may be required to cure the side effects. Treatments conducted through IVF or In Vitro Fertilization and ICSI or Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection is best among the other methods of infertility treatment. In this technique, the egg cells outside the womb are fertilized by the sperm and then transferred inside. This treatment is suggested when other techniques fail to give results. This technique is a hormonally controlled ovulation progression. In this treatment involves, the ova is removed from the female’s ovaries and helps the sperm to fertilize in a fluid medium. But this is not a normal process at all and involves excavation of the eggs from the ovary, fertilizing them in an outside laboratory and putting them back in the uterus. In the normal process, the human decides to pick the healthiest sperm for reproducing the egg but in the artificial process, the embryologist takes this decision. However, when he fails to pick the healthiest sperm and egg, it may cause the ill health of the child during birth and even later in life.

 Some alternative techniques with a holistic approach are fast becoming popular in order to cure the problem of secondary infertility. These techniques are all the more preferred by people as these have less or no side effects at all.

The acupuncture method, for example, especially ear acupuncture or Auricular is very effective in cases where female infertility has been caused by some kind of malfunction of the ovary. The hormonal message that is transferred from brain to ovary is the most beneficial result received from this technique. In accordance to the investigative trials, those women who have received acupuncture treatment for about 30 times within a time period of 3 months have shown good results. Those female who underwent hormonal therapy along with it suffered from side effects.

In the alternative treatment techniques, diet and lifestyle changes are given a lot of importance. Regular intake of such things that contain caffeine like coffee, chocolate, cocoa, green tea (containing caffeine), black tea and colored soft drinks which has harmful effects on conception is discouraged. According to a study, one and a half cup of coffee for a woman who is trying for pregnancy is sure to delay her conception. Thus coffee is a strictly a no-no for patients suffering from infertility. 

Diets that include fish contaminated with PCB or Polychlorinated Biphenyls are also believed to be a cause for substantial reduction in the ability to become pregnant. According to one study, women who had more than one meal containing fish contaminated with PCBs (procured from Lake Ontario), developed reduced fecundity within a month. 

The best result for the treatment of infertility has been reported through the Chinese medicines, acupuncture and of course, the holistic approach. The holistic approach reaches to the depth of the problem and only then delivers physical, spiritual as well as emotional treatment, rather than only investigating the organs. On the other side, the conventional approach to the problem of infertility fails to successfully detect and remove the real causes and moreover, causes side effects. The holistic approach suggests a natural remedy and a way of life that can really solve the problem as soon as the real cause is determined.  

This article is based on the book, “Pregnancy Miracle” by Lisa Olson. Lisa is an author, researcher, nutritionist and health consultant who dedicated her life to creating the ultimate pregnancy solution guaranteed to permanently reverse the root of infertility, help you get pregnant quickly and naturally and dramatically improve the overall quality of your life,  without the use prescription medication and without any surgical procedures.  You can read my review of Pregnancy Miracle by visiting my site listed below.

Smoking – however controlled – has been linked to serious health risks. It affects the:

Lungs: It has been revealed that smoking alone is accountable for about 90% of the deaths due to lung cancer. Moreover, it may result in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which also includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Asthamatic smokers who give up smoking can improve their lung function in as little as a week. Therefore the harmful effects of smoking can be easily reversed.

Cardiovascular System: Tobacco, in all its forms (smoking, chewing tobacco and inhaling second hand smoke), is known to raise the risk of heart attacks. Smokers face a risk up to three times greater of having a heart attack compared to non-smokers. The risk of heart attacks among those who have stopped smoking slowly decreases over time.

Effects on Male Fertility and Impotence: Smoking negatively affects a man’s sexuality and fertility. It is said to be a contributory factor in impotence because it decreases the blood flow into the penis. In men with high blood pressure, smoking causes an almost 26-fold increase in impotence.

Smoking weakens sperm motility, decreases sperm lifespan, and has the potential to cause genetic changes that can affect the offspring. In addition, smokers (both men and women) are found to have lower success rates with fertility treatments. Moreover, studies have revealed that male smokers have a decreased libido and therefore less frequent sex.

Effects on Female Infertility, Pregnancy, and Childbirth: In women, smoking is linked to many reproductive problems. Smoking during pregnancy may affect the health of the foetus. Negative effects of smoking on female fertility include:

Greater risk for infertility (in women who smoke one or more packs a day or start smoking before the age of 18 Earlier menopause (because toxins in cigarette smoke damage the eggs) Pregnancy complications (smoking increases the risk for ectopic pregnancy and miscarriage)

Medical Advice for Stop Smoking

It is the nicotine in cigarettes that causes the addiction. However, nicotine replacement products help in smoking cessation. They deliver small, measured doses of nicotine into the body. This helps relieve cravings and withdrawal symptoms and thus help people quit smoking.

These nicotine replacement products prevent the person from inhaling tobacco smoke which contains many toxic and cancer-causing substances. Even long-term use of nicotine replacement products is not known to be associated with any serious harmful effects.

All the approved nicotine replacement products are equally effective. They are:

Nicotine Patch is available without a prescription. This patch is changed daily and worn on a different location everyday. It sends a steady amount of nicotine into the body. The nicotine patch comes as pat of an 8-week quit smoking treatment. As the treatment progresses, nicotine doses are gradually lowered. However it is not advisable for people who are allergic to adhesive tape or who have skin problems. In addition, people who experience side effects like vivid dreams must opt to wear the patch only during the day.

Nicotine Gum is an over-the-counter treatment and comes in 2mg and 4mg strengths. A new gum every 1 or 2 hours releases steady amounts of nicotine into the bloodstream through the lining of the mouth. The 4mg dose works better for the highly dependent smokers, smoking 20 or more cigarettes per day. However, nicotine gum might not be suitable for people with dentures and bridges or for people with temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ) disease. When on nicotine gum, use of beverages like coffee, juice or other acidic beverages must be curtailed.

Nicotine Lozenge is also available without a prescription in 2mg and 4mg strengths. Acting in a similar fashion to the nicotine gum, the lozenge is placed between the cheek and gum tissue and allowed to dissolve, releasing nicotine into the bloodstream through the lining of the mouth. A new lozenge can be sucked every 1 or 2 hours. Consumption of coffee, juice and other acidic beverages must be stopped while sucking on the nicotine lozenge.

Nicotine Nasal Spray is a prescription only drug. It comes in a pump bottle and can be inhaled when the urge to smoke arises. This is the fastest absorbing nicotine replacement therapy. However, this product is not recommended for people with nasal or sinus conditions, allergies, asthma or young tobacco users. Side effects from this product include sneezing, coughing, and watering eyes which usually go away with continued use.

Nicotine Inhaler, also available on prescription only, delivers the vaporized form of nicotine. It is inhaled through a mouthpiece attached to a plastic cartridge but like a cigarette it does not deliver nicotine directly into the lungs. Most of the nicotine is absorbed through the mucous membranes in the mouth and the throat. Common side effects include throat and mouth irritation and coughing. People with a bronchial problem such as asthma must use this product with caution.

Various nicotine replacement therapies can be combined upon recommendation from a health care provider. In addition, it is advisable to for smokers to quit using tobacco products before starting the use of nicotine replacement products because nicotine overdose can cause nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diarrhea, weakness and rapid heartbeat.

Non-nicotine drugs that help people quit smoking are:

Zyban® (Bupropion) is approved for the treatment of nicotine addiction. It helps reduce nicotine withdrawal symptoms as well as the urge to smoke. It can also be used safely with nicotine replacement products. Some of its common side effects are dry mouth, difficulty sleeping, headache, dizziness, and skin rash. People who are on other medicines that contain Bupropion hydrochloride and people who have been diagnosed with a seizure condition such as epilepsy or an eating disorder such as anorexia nervosa or bulimia must not take this medication. Combining alcohol with Bupropion increases the risk of a seizure.

Champix™ Varenicline is a prescription smoking cessation drug. It helps with quit smoking by easing the withdrawal symptoms and blocking the effects of nicotine if smoking is resumed. Some common Varenicline side effects include nausea, vivid dreams, constipation, gas, and vomiting. People with kidney problems, pregnant women and lactating mothers should not use this drug.

Although Nortriptyline and Clonidine are not currently approved, doctors sometimes do prescribe these drugs to help people quit smoking.

Alternative approaches for stop smoking are:

Hypnosis Acupuncture Acupressure Laser therapy Electro-stimulation

Some people claim that alternative approaches may help in reducing the symptoms associated with nicotine withdrawal. However, clinical studies have not been able to prove this point.

How Champix is a better smoking cessation treatment?

Champix is a non-nicotine smoking cessation drug. It targets the same receptors that nicotine does. While, most other smoking cessation drugs contain nicotine in varying amounts, with Champix, the person is safe and will no have to gradually wean off it as is the case with nicotine based smoking cessation therapies that could prove to be addictive.

Champix is a prescription drug which contains the active ingredient Varenicline. It works by stimulating the same receptors in the brain as nicotine. This helps relieve the craving and withdrawal symptoms when trying to quit smoking. Varenicline blocks nicotine’s action on these receptors. As a result, smoking no longer comes across as enjoyable. In certain individuals stopping the use of Champix may result in:

A craving to smoke Irritability Depression Insomnia

However, gradually tapering off the dose at the end of the treatment may help in reducing these problems. As with all prescriptions medications, Champix too has its share of side-effects and this could put people off from using the drug. But, some people may not be suitable for this treatment. A medical professional is the best person to take a call on this.

Acupuncture seeks its origin from China, and is based on the belief of Chinese people and their methods. The Chinese people immensely believe in energy concept and its relation with body, and assume a balanced flow of energy all through the body to remain healthy. They also believe that any obstacle in the flow of that energy leads to inflammations, and it consequently paves way to ruthless pains and numerous types of diseases in the body.

It’s believed that energy stream through the meridian points, thus acupuncture puts in needles in diverse parts of the body for smooth flow of energy. Inserting needles this way unblocks the energy points, and offers comfort from particular type of disease.

The infertility treatment of this nature tends to give different results for individuals and depends from person to person. For not being the natural fertility remedy, people have some misconceptions for infertility acupuncture. It is always suggested to know the right acupuncture fertility treatment and ways of acupuncture pregnancy by visiting an acupuncture clinic.

To solve infertility problem of any nature, like male infertility, female infertility or even unexplained infertility, you should visit the doctor for having the acupuncture method meant to treat you in the best possible way. Acupuncture can give you relief from all your problems like low sperm count, bad quality egg, miscarriage et al.

Acupuncture brings fine results for those who have tried lots of infertility drugs with no any effective results. The therapy also goes down well with those not willing to be treated by infertility specialists at high-end cost.

Auricular, electrified or manual treatments are there in acupuncture for infertility treatment. Electrified uses electric needles while the auricular treatment makes use of needles’ pricking in the ears and earlobes for female infertility. One of the herbal medicines from China, Hachimijiogan also works wonder as an acupuncture infertility treatment. The herb lessens serum prolactin level and leads to normal ovulatory cycle and pregnancy.

Overall, acupuncture infertility is a secure, simple, trustworthy and unproblematic method with almost no pains that also assures fast relief from infertility. The remedy involves the same inserting of needles in the eyebrows, earlobes, ears, eyelids and tips of the fingers. After the treatment, a relaxation period for 30 to 45 minutes follows, and such 3-4 regular sessions do wonder to your infertility problem.