Abstract:
Objective – This thesis was written to analyze the effects of Traditional Chinese Medicine (acupuncture as well as herbs) and naturopathic medicine in the treatment of idiopathic infertility. Research articles included looked at the efficacy of nutritional supplementation, herbal supplementation, acupuncture, and Chinese patent remedies. Basic Procedures – The majority of the research articles were based upon searches in PubMed. Other major resources include The Textbook of Natural Medicine (4th Edition) and the Women’s Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine by Tori Hudson ND. Main Findings – Naturopathic medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine appear to be efficacious alternatives in the treatment of idiopathic infertility. Principal Conclusions – Lifestyle modification should be addressed with patients with idiopathic infertility. Research has found that smoking, excessive caffeine, and a low or high BMI could be implicated in the diagnosis of idiopathic infertility. According to research, emphasis should also be placed upon a nutrient rich diet. Without important vitamins and minerals such as B vitamins, vitamin E, zinc, and selenium in order to produce viable offspring. Herbal supplementation should be included in patients who have difficulty regulating hormones. Acupuncture and Chinese herbs may also prove to be effective in the treatment of idiopathic infertility especially when used in combination with IVF techniques.
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