Question Is maternal caffeine intake associated with neonatal anthropometry? Findings In this cohort study of 2055 women from 12 clinical sites, measures of caffeine consumption (plasma caffeine and paraxanthine and self-reported consumption) were associated with neonatal size at birth. Increasing caffeine measures were significantly associated with lower birth weight, shorter
Author：Dr. Richard Zeng Acupuncturist Melbourne TCM Doctor Natural Ways to Decrease Oestrogen Eat cruciferous vegetables broccoli is the star but eating plenty of green vegetables of the cruciferous family help the liver metabolise oestrogen. Other cruciferous vegetables include: Bok-Choy, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Chinese cabbage, Daikon radish, Horseradish, Kale, Radish,
Iron Iron plays a crucial role in fetal development. It supporting blood, brain, and bone formation, as well as overall growth. It’s also vital for a healthy immune system and fertility. Low iron levels can lead to anovulation, hindering fertility. In a Harvard University study of 18,500 women, those supplementing
Author: Dr. Richard Zeng (Acupuncturist Melbourne TCM Doctor) “Women seven and men eight” is the Chinese statement on the growth cycle of human being from the “Yellow Emperor’s Canon of Internal Medicine“- The “Bible” of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). That is, the number of women’s life cycle is seven and
Supporting Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) with Acupuncture Recent research has identified a consensus among international acupuncture fertility experts on the best acupuncture treatment protocols to support assisted reproductive technology (ART) such as in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and intrauterine insemination (IUI). (Source: HealthCMi) Understanding Acupuncture and ART ART refers to fertility
Author: Dr. Richard Zeng (Acupuncturist Melbourne TCM Doctor) Knowing when you ovulate is crucial if you’re trying to conceive naturally. By understanding your ovulation patterns, you can plan intercourse during your most fertile days and boost your chances of pregnancy. While blood tests and ultrasounds are the most accurate ways
Seeing a high FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone) level on your fertility test results can feel discouraging and deeply concerning. In Western medicine, it’s often interpreted as a sign of diminished ovarian reserve, suggesting that your ovaries need more stimulation to produce a follicle. If you’ve received this diagnosis, you might be
Understanding and checking fertile mucus For couples trying to conceive, understanding your body’s natural rhythms is the ultimate empowerment. While apps and test kits are helpful, one of the most effective and cost-free methods is learning to read the changes in your cervical mucus. From a Chinese Medicine perspective, these