04/01/2021
*Our Toxic World and Declining Fertility*
In this modern life, we are surrounded by a sea of chemicals that are having devastating effects on our delicate hormonal balance and reproductive systems. We are exposed to toxins in our food, water supply and environment that create oxidative stress within our cells and can negatively impact our fertility. Infertility is now estimated to affect one in six couples.
"There is no question that environmental toxins have a negative effect on the immune responses. This area has been under study for many years through the National Institutes of Health... I am amazed when I see perfectly healthy, trim males who are producing mutant s***m of the kind I did not see years ago. Is this a warning that we are exposed to a degree that is damaging us? Yes I have great fears.
The increasing population of the planet is not due to humankind's ability to reproduce with ease; it is because people are surviving longer due to improved hygiene and disease control. In reality, human fertility, particularly in industrialised nations, is on the decrease. Fewer babies are being born and more couples are resorting to fertility treatment. Worldwide, over 400 million tons of synthetic chemicals are produced annually." Dr Alan E. Beer (quote from page 237 'Is your body baby friendly?')
*Glutathione and Fertility*
Environmental toxins and oxidative stress affect s***m quality in males and ovarian function in females.
Glutathione (GSH) is essential for male and female reproductive health. Glutathione is the body's "Master Antioxidant" and is able to neutralise the oxidative damage caused by harmful free radicals and eliminate toxins from the body.
Studies have demonstrated that depleted glutathione levels may be linked with infertility and pregnancy complications.
*Depleted Glutathione Affects S***m Quality*
There is growing evidence that oxidative stress is a primary cause of male infertility. Decreased glutathione levels have been shown to be linked with poor s***m quality.
Glutathione is also the essential molecule that allows the s***m to bind to the egg at conception.
(Note: It takes 60 days for new s***m to become fully mature, so any glutathione supplement regime must be continued for at least three months to improve male fertility.)
*Low Glutathione Levels Decrease Egg Quality...*
*Human o**m*
Every month the ovaries create around 10 - 20 follicles which house immature eggs. Usually only one of these follicles goes on to create a fully mature egg which has the potential to be fertilised by a s***m.
Studies have shown that low concentrations of glutathione in the follicle may affect the egg's ability to be fertilised.
*Glutathione and Pregnancy*
The role of antioxidants like folic acid in preventing birth defects like spina bifida is well known, but the role of the master antioxidant Glutathione (GSH) in pregnancy is often overlooked.
In addition to playing an important role in fertility and conception, glutathione plays an important role in the development and growth of the baby. Glutathione helps to regenerate stores of other antioxidants like Vitamin C and E. It also protects both mother and baby from the damaging effects of free-radicals and oxidative stress.
Many pregnancy complications and birth defects have been linked to oxidative stress, free radical damage and low glutathione levels in the mother and baby. The role of glutathione in the development of the baby and placenta is crucial.
*Glutathione Protects the Foetus*
The foetus is highly sensitive to chemicals (pollution, toxins, heavy metals, drugs, etc) and the human placenta possesses a significant amount of glutathione to help detoxify these chemicals during the critical period of organ development in the baby.
Environmental and lifestyle factors are known to cause oxidative stress and lower glutathione levels – resulting in birth defects, abortion and miscarriages in pregnancy. Glutathione can decrease the incidence of birth defects and also minimise the oxidative stress that occurs during labour and the birth process.
*Toxic Relief
*The Ultimate Antioxidant*
In his book "Toxic Relief" Dr Colbert discusses the importance of glutathione supplementation, and recommends Cellgevity™ as the "best anti-aging, best detoxifier, best anti-inflammatory and best antioxidant supplement available".
By boosting the cellular production of glutathione, Cellgevity™ is able to help us detoxify our cells and eliminate harmful heavy metals and toxins from our bodies.
Cellgevity™ contains the powerful glutathione precursor RiboCeine™, which dramatically boosts glutathione production in the body. Cellgevity™ also contains selenium, which has been shown to be vital for fertility and supporting a healthy pregnancy. Synergistic antioxidants, anti-inflammatories and the purest plant extracts such as curcumin and resveratrol also provide optimal fertility support, making Cellgevity ideal for fertility support.
"Research has shown that over a period of 10 months, women who took nutritional supplements conceived earlier than those who did not. Studies also indicate that nutritional supplements such as antioxidants, multivitamins and amino acids can help balance hormones, encourage egg production and improve s***m quality." Dr Alan Beer (p. 270 "Is your body baby friendly?")
Sources:
http://www.cellgevity4life.com/fertility.html
