What is AMH? Anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) is a key biochemical marker for assessing ovarian reserve in women. It is primarily secreted by granulosa cells of pre-antral and small antral follicles, and its serum concentration reflects the pool of recruitable follicles within the ovaries. It is essential to distinguish that AMH indicates the current size of the…
In preparation for pregnancy, reproductive hormones need to bind to specific proteins (receptors) on their target cells to give the correct instructions. Thus, boosting estrogen receptor activity is a key biological factor affecting fertility outcomes. Why receptor activity matters Estrogen receptor activity is one of the key factors in successful pregnancy. Abnormal receptor function is…
Biochemical pregnancy is a phenomenon that women should be aware of during fertility preparation. It refers to an early pregnancy that ends spontaneously before clinical confirmation of intrauterine implantation, i.e., a positive serum or urine β-hCG not followed by ultrasonographic evidence of gestation. Many women experience only a slight delay in menstruation and may remain…
Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI), the internationally accepted medical term, refers to the loss of normal ovarian function before the age of 40 years. Approximately 1 % of women worldwide are affected by premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) (International Menopause Society White Paper on POI, 2020). Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) not only disrupts normal physiological rhythm but also poses…
A healthy, vibrant egg is key to a successful pregnancy. Did you know the environment surrounding the egg plays a huge role in whether it can successfully fertilize? Many women face fertilization challenges that may have their roots in subtle imbalances in egg quality. Here’s what the latest science says about how to optimize the internal health…
Have you ever been told during preconception testing or an IVF cycle that your “egg maturity isn’t ideal”? Behind this feedback lies a critical yet often-overlooked process: cumulus cell expansion. Optimizing this step through targeted nutrition can directly improve egg maturity. What Is Cumulus Cell Expansion and Why Does It Matter: The oocyte is surrounded by…
Ovarian health management is a cornerstone of comprehensive women’s healthcare. The ovaries should not be regarded solely in the context of reproductive capacity. As the central organ of the female endocrine system, ovarian function influences health throughout the entire lifespan. Recognising the importance of ovarian health management forms the foundation of contemporary women’s health awareness. The ovaries…
For working women preparing to conceive, a solid preconception nutrition foundation is one of the most meaningful investments you can make in your future baby’s health. But with meetings, overtime, and commuting, “eating well” often feels impossible. The good news: you don’t need to cook. With smart portable nutrition combos, you can support egg quality, hormone balance,…
Scientific fertility preparation is built on a single principle: understand the objective, age-related decline in fertility and respond with targeted, evidence-based strategies. While a natural fertile window exists, modern reproductive medicine offers proven tools to maximise success at every stage. The Biological Reality of Fertility Decline Female fertility is directly linked to ovarian reserve. According…
Ovarian anti-aging supplements represent a major advance in women’s reproductive health. Reco18, the patented active ingredient from Jevenex, is a leading example in this category. This small-molecule compound, extracted from leguminous plants and naturally present in follicular fluid, precisely targets ovarian cells to support female fertility by optimizing the follicular microenvironment. Biological Foundation of Juvenex…