When it comes to fertility, egg quality plays a major role in determining your chances of conception, embryo development, and, ultimately, a healthy pregnancy. But what exactly affects egg quality, and can it be improved?
What is Egg Quality?
Egg quality refers to the genetic health of an egg. As we age, the number of eggs declines, and so does their quality. Poor egg quality is more likely to lead to chromosomal abnormalities, which can make it harder to conceive or increase the risk of miscarriage.
Natural Influences on Egg Quality
While age is one factor we cannot control, there are several lifestyle choices that can support better egg health:
- Nutrition: A diet rich in antioxidants, healthy fats, and key nutrients such as CoQ10, vitamin D, and folate can help protect eggs from oxidative stress.
- Sleep and stress: Chronic stress and poor sleep can disrupt hormone balance and limit the body’s ability to repair and regenerate cells.
- Exercise: Regular, moderate exercise supports blood flow, hormone regulation, and overall health, which benefits fertility.
- Avoiding toxins: Smoking, excessive alcohol, and exposure to environmental toxins can damage egg DNA and lower fertility potential.
At Demeter Fertility, we take a whole-body approach that includes personalised health assessments and recommendations to support your fertility naturally.
Medical Support for Egg Quality
For patients who need additional support, we offer medical strategies that may enhance egg health:
- Multi-COS (Multiple Controlled Ovarian Stimulation): We can collect eggs more than once in a cycle, increasing the number of eggs available in a shorter time frame.
- Mitochondrial function support: Mitochondria provide energy for egg development. Treatments aimed at improving mitochondrial function may help improve egg quality.
- Targeted supplementation: Based on your test results and medical history, our team may recommend supplements to support both egg and overall reproductive health.
Every Egg Counts
At Demeter Fertility, we believe that improving egg quality is possible with the right approach. Whether through lifestyle changes, medical interventions, or both, we are here to support your fertility journey with care, experience, and innovation.