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by Agastya Volz,
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The Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) plays a very vital part in a woman's fertilization and its potential and ovarian reserves. This hormone is crucial for women in providing some important insights in relation to the eggs within the ovary. If the levels of AMH are higher, it often indicates a much healthier ovarian reserve than average, and lower AMH levels are required to get some medical assistance in regards to a woman's fertility.
However, while AMH levels do gradually lower in quantity as a woman enters her senior years, there are still some medically proven and natural ways to support the ovaries functioning properly, getting much better quality of eggs in the process, and greatly enhancing the fertility of a woman's ovaries and eggs.
AMH is found within the follicles of a woman's ovaries, which also happens to handle immature or premature eggs. What AMH does is it starts to take note of and is responsible for the amount of healthy eggs still present in the ovaries. AMH can also let medical professionals know a few important factors of its levels, such as:
- It can help doctors know the amount of eggs left in the ovaries.
- Predict various responses from taking the IVF test and other important fertility treatments.
- It can also give plenty of essential points to be taken from early menopause and even Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) for better ways of combating these conditions.
One thing to note in terms of lower AMH levels is that while getting pregnant is considered to be very difficult, it is never impossible, as some cases have been studied with women giving birth while having some very low AMH levels, but it takes a lot of effort for it to happen properly. To get some AMH levels back, there are also several easily obtainable and natural ways to help support AMH levels.
Try and make up a diet that is mainly filled with food items that have very strong anti-inflammatory properties that are made to help soothe reproductive systems in women for the benefit of receiving healthier ovaries and eggs.
- Have foods that are high in anti-oxidants, such as berries, green leafy vegetables, nuts as well as seeds.
- Food items that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids are also considered to be very beneficial in cooling down any inflammatory parts in the body, and are found in walnuts, chia seeds, and different types of fatty fish.
- Food items that have little if any anti-inflammatory products in them that are processed foods and food that has refined sugar present in them, and must be discarded for chances of getting less inflammation present.
Mediterranean Foods can also have strong connections with the improvement of fertilization in women. The cuisine is always filled with fresh fruits, vegetables, a plethora of wholegrain wheat, and lots of lean protein, which are absolutely necessary for the reduction of oxidative stress and helps support the hormones related to reproductivity.
One major supplement that can help in the preservation of ovary fertility is Coenzyme Q10. This supplement can also help any mitochondrial functions in the eggs. It can also significantly improve the levels of AMH present as well as ensuring very high quality eggs being produced and preserved. This is important for women who are 35 years old or higher.
DHEA is an important hormone that is necessary for the production of Estrogen in women, especially those whose AMH levels are below the normal amount. By adding DHEA supplements, the improvements for the ovarian reserves are very incremental. There must also be some precautions before taking this supplement and you must consult the family doctor before taking in the system.
The Maca Root is a special herb that originates from Peru and is able to balance the hormones that are already present in the woman and can help both women as well as in men.
The Chasteberry is also a very essential herb for creating some balances in the estrogen and progesterone present in the body, and although it may not have any direct effect on the AMH levels, its ability to help reproductive health due to hormone balances done by the Chasteberry is a step in the right direction.
Vitamin D in very low quantities is also another reason for lowering AMH levels. By taking some strong Vitamin D supplements or even taking regular walks with the sun for a specific period of time can give the correct amount of Vitamin D needed for raising AMH levels to a healthier amount.
Having very high stress levels are known to lead to several hormone imbalances that can present some big issues with ovarian production, causing the process to slow down significantly. In case a woman suffers from intense amounts of chronic stress, the ovulation cycle and reproductive hormones get severely suppressed due to the results of chronic stress.
There are also some very easy and simple ways to combat chronic stress and create some relief for the body. They are as follows:
- Practicing Yoga and attempting basic exercises daily can lead to much better anxiety suppression and vast improvements in the reproductive systems.
- Taking multiple deep breathing exercises as well as journaling have also been proven to calm down the mind for some much needed relief.
- Engagement in some favourite hobbies and the participation of social activities have led to a lot of unnecessary pressure being let loose and a sense of genuine joy that takes over, creating a much better environment for the woman's hormone balance.
Sleep is stated to be one of the most important aspects of living, and that also includes the production and regulation of hormones present in the body. If there has not been adequate amounts of sleep, which may potentially disrupt the endocrine system, which is responsible for the AMH levels in the body.
- The best amount of sleep hours you are required to get every night are between 7 to at least 9 hours.
- It is best advised to not have any screentime with your phone 1-2 hours before sleeping.
- Make an established sleeping routine for any future references that is primarily made for helping relaxation.
- It is also very important that no amount of caffeine is required, and this is for individuals who usually have large amounts of caffeine in the form of coffee during lunch and evening.
Being both overweight and underweight have major ramifications for the body's AMH levels can also reduce and even mess up the ovulation cycle. Estrogen is mainly made through fat cells in the body, and either too much or too little can leave your hormone imbalance in shambles.
- In case a woman is overweight, in an attempt to remove even very small percentages of body fat, such as 5% to even 10%, the chances of fertility go up tenfold.
- If a woman is under the recommended healthy weight, trying a very nutrient-rich diet filled with foods that only provide lots of nutrients to help build up some healthy body weight.
- Engaging in very simple and moderate exercises such as walking, jogging, swimming, and even yoga can help keep proper body weight in conjunction to healthy AMH levels, but try and keep it very simple and not overtrain the body for achieving the best results, as this has been proven to increase the stress on the body.
Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals are often found in plastics, several pesticides, and even some very definitive cosmetics available in markets. This is also partially responsible for any interference in the hormone system and can potentially lower AMH levels as well.
- To reduce any EDCs from entering your system, always use glass bowls and stainless steel containers rather than plastic containers, which can significantly lower the risks.
- Always opt for any organic produce for a chance at lowering any pesticide exposure whenever it is necessary for the body's health and help improve AMH Levels by a large extent.
- For personalized skin and hair care products, get the ones that are all-natural and have no kind of toxic products in them for better AMH levels as opposed to more modern skincare products.
- Never microwave any food items in a container made entirely out of plastic, as some of the microplastics can sometimes latch onto the food item and enter the body and cause some problems with AMH levels.
Possibly one of the most essential components of balancing hormones in the body, the liver plays an important role when it comes to processing different hormones in the body, so if it happens to slow down or act slightly sluggish, it creates a very big problem in the build-up of estrogen for the body and makes the system off-balance.
- To keep the liver nice and healthy, start the day off with some lemon and warm water mixed together.
- Consume cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and kale for better liver quality.
- Try and avoid a lot of alcohol, sugar and processed foods as they are also responsible for affecting the liver in a negative way.
- It is recommended to consume herbal teas such as Dandelion Tea daily to ensure efficient liver support throughout the day.
Knowing the process of how the menstrual cycle works can allow efficient timings for both intercourse and even interventions for getting the best chances for conception. Some tools that can help during the cycle are as follows:
- Basal Body Temperature (BBT) Charting
- Ovulation Predictor Tests
- Tracking apps for Fertility
A traditional Chinese-technique, Acupuncture is a process of inserting hot and small needles into specific parts of the body to help relieve stress levels, regulate the hormones present in the body, increase and improve the blood flow in both the uterus and ovaries, and help the fertility process for women.
The process for gaining AMH levels is not a quick one, and it requires a lot of patience, consistency and holistic approach. Some of these tactics for better consistency can equate to:
- Very small habits that can create a better consistent flow with increasing AMH levels.
- Most of the results only show themselves after about 3 to 6 months since the process began.
- The combination of natural and medical methods can also be achievable under the guidance of a medical professional.
Low levels of AMH that are present in a woman's body will raise a lot of eyebrows, but it is not irreversible. The body can be able to build up AMH levels due to the correct amount of nourishment, proper time and care taken for the body and certain lifestyle changes.
A woman's journey is very unique, and it requires a lot of care needed to preserve it, so whether a woman is preparing for the conception of a baby or taking care of their respective reproductive health, natural remedies in the form of food, rest and supplements can help them take control of their fertility and AMH levels with both confidence and lots of hope.