Introduction Trying to conceive (TTC) can be overwhelming, especially when nutrition headlines seem contradictory. Is soy a fertility superfood or a hormonal disruptor? The truth lies in understanding the type of soy, how it’s processed, and how it interacts with your body. At Almond Wellness Centre in Melbourne (clinics in
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Kidney Jing (精, “essence”) is the cornerstone of lifelong reproductive health. Think of it as your body’s innate fertility reservoir – a vital energy “tank” governing conception, pregnancy, and hormonal vitality. The Fertility Tank Analogy: Explained Imagine your reproductive potential as a specialized water tank:
Author: Dr. Richard Zeng (Acupuncturist Melbourne TCM Doctor) Egg Quality Is Not Just About Your Birth Certificate As a Chinese Medicine (CM) practitioner with a background in Western medicine, I’ve seen the fertility journey from every angle. If you’re trying to conceive, you know egg quality is the absolute cornerstone
Dr. Richard Zeng (Registered Acupuncturist Chinese Medicine Pracitioner Melbourne) What is Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI)? Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI), sometimes called premature ovarian failure, affects about 1% of women under the age of 40. It is often diagnosed when periods stop, fertility declines, and blood tests show high FSH (follicle-stimulating
The Journey Begins The journey from fertilisation to embryo implantation is truly amazing: 1. Fertilisation: First, during ovulation, a healthy egg meets a healthy sperm, creating a single-cell embryo. 2. Traveling to the Uterus: Next, the embryo begins its journey towards the uterus. While traveling, it divides into more
Author: Dr. Richard Zeng (Acupuncturist Melbourne TCM Doctor) One of my regular patients asked me recently: “Can I still have acupuncture when I’m on my period? Will it affect my menstrual flow?” It’s a question I hear often, so I want to walk through how I think about it. In
Have you noticed light spotting around the middle of your menstrual cycle and wondered, “Is this another period?” Some women experience light bleeding or spotting around the time of ovulation. It can be particularly noticeable when you are tracking your cycle closely while trying to conceive. In my clinic, women
Home » Page 3 By Dr. Richard Zeng (Acupuncturist Melbourne TCM Doctor) In Western medicine, a “normal” menstrual cycle is often defined by numbers: a 28-day cycle, bleeding for 3 to 7 days, and a volume of 30–50ml. However, at Almond Wellness Centre, we believe a truly healthy period is