Rebecca Turner

How Does Sugar Affect Fertility?

How Does Sugar Affect Fertility?

There are many different articles about the effects of various diets and infertility: but what about how sugar affects fertility? More research is needed on the overall relationship between sugar and infertility. However, some studies do show the impact of particular...

Exercise While Trying to Conceive

Exercise While Trying to Conceive

How much is okay, what kinds of activities work best, and what exercises to avoid while trying to get pregnant Many patients ask if they can or should exercise while trying to conceive. If so, what kinds of exercise work best? How much is too much, or not enough? As...

What Is HSG?

What Is HSG?

A guide to the hysterosalpingogram procedure One common fertility evaluation test is called a hysterosalpingogram, or HSG. The HSG procedure assesses the uterus and fallopian tubes to see if there are any blockages or anatomic abnormalities that might impact...

Does Smoking Cause Infertility?

Does Smoking Cause Infertility?

Most people know that smoking increases the risk of cancer, heart disease, and other health risks. But fewer people wonder, does smoking cause infertility? The truth is, smoking cigarettes can significantly affect fertility and pregnancy. Male and female smokers...

Gay Men and Fertility: How to Get Started

Gay Men and Fertility: How to Get Started

First steps for gay male couples to have biological kids  If you’ve been looking into the options for gay men and fertility, the process can seem overwhelming. While there are some extra considerations for male couples who want biological kids, your path can be...