Preconception & Fertility
"Education and support is at the heart of everything we do at Zita West"
We combine over 20 years' of experience with the latest science and research to bring you the most up-to-date information. Our Preconception and Fertility blog covers a wide range of topics from diet and nutrition during preconception to getting prepared for IVF.
Filter by
-
Low AMH can feel worrying, but it is only one fertility marker. Learn what it means, how it relates to egg quality and what to do next. -
Choline Foods for Fertility: How to Increase Choline Before Pregnancy
Choline is an essential nutrient found in foods such as eggs, liver, meat, fish, dairy, soy and some vegetables. It is often mentioned in relation to pregnancy, but choline is also worth reviewing during the preconception window, before conception has happened.
-
CoQ10 and Fertility: What the Research Says About Egg Quality, Sperm Health and IVF
How CoQ10 may support egg quality, sperm health and IVF preparation, with a balanced look at the research and guidance on when to consider supplementation. -
Can a Man Be Too Old to Have a Baby?
No, a man cannot be "too old" to conceive in the way a woman can, but age does matter. Sperm is produced fresh on a roughly 70–90 day cycle, which means quality is not fixed. Even after a disappointing semen analysis, many men in their 40s and beyond can make meaningful improvements to count, motility, morphology and DNA integrity. Age raises certain risks, but it rarely closes the door.
-
The Sperm Health Masterclass: Free Male Fertility Webinar
Everything you need to know about supporting sperm health through nutrition, lifestyle and targeted supplementation in one expert-led, free online session:
Monday 29th June @ 8pm (BST)