What's true and false about infertility? We asked a fertility specialist.
Summary
Dr. Temeka Zore, a fertility specialist, explains common truths and myths about infertility, which affects one in six couples. She clarifies that egg quality tends to decrease with age, freezing eggs is not a guarantee of future pregnancy, exercise does not cause infertility, and supplements are not proven to improve egg quality.Key Facts
- Infertility affects about one in six couples.
- As women get older, the number and quality of their eggs generally decline.
- Young women with low egg count may still have good egg quality, so low ovarian reserve does not always mean fertility problems.
- Freezing eggs can increase options for later pregnancy but does not guarantee a baby.
- Exercising does not cause infertility and is good for mental and physical health.
- No supplements have been proven to increase fertility or improve egg quality significantly.
- Prenatal vitamins help with baby development but do not necessarily improve fertility.
- Supplements are not regulated like medicines, so their safety and effectiveness are not always known.
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