When it comes to trying for a baby, lifestyle factors are more important than many of us think, says Lauren Taylor. Maintain a healthy weight“If someone is overweight, the chance of success is lower,” advises Dr Venkat. “For IVF, the chance is lower in women who are obese, because of poor quality embryos, compared to women who are a normal weight. “Eat natural or organic foods, so you don’t have the chemicals – because all these chemicals can affect the quality of the eggs in women and sperm in men. “Lead a healthy lifestyle before you start trying for a baby.

Source: Irish Examiner July 16, 2019 06:45 UTC