It Starts with the Egg: How the Science of Egg Quality Can Help You Get Pregnant and Prevent Miscarriage - Softcover

Fett, Rebecca

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0991126904 ISBN 13: 9780991126903

Publisher: Franklin Fox Publishing LLC, 2014

Synopsis

**** YOU ARE CURRENTLY VIEWING THE 2014 EDITION. FOR THE 2019 EDITION, CLICK ON THE KINDLE OR AUDIBLE VERSION, OR SEARCH FOR ISBN 0999676180 *****The latest scientific research is changing the way we think about fertility. Poor egg quality is emerging as the single most important cause of age-related infertility, recurrent miscarriage, and failed IVF cycles. It is also a major contributor to infertility in PCOS. Based on a comprehensive investigation of a vast array of scientific research, It Starts with the Egg reveals a groundbreaking new approach for improving egg quality and fertility. With a concrete strategy that includes minimizing exposure to toxins such as BPA and phthalates, choosing the right vitamins and supplements to safeguard developing eggs, and harnessing nutritional advice shown to boost IVF success rates, this book offers practical solutions that will help you get pregnant faster and deliver a healthy baby. “This timely synthesis of scientific literature is essential reading for both women and men wanting practical, evidence-based recommendations to enhance their fertility.” - Dr. Loretta McKinnon, Epidemiologist, Princess Alexandra Hospital. “A thoroughly-researched and eye-opening account of how small, simple lifestyle changes can have powerful, positive effects on your health and fertility. A must-read for women wanting the best chance of conceiving a healthy baby.” - Beth Greer, bestselling author of Super Natural Home

About this title

Review

"Rebecca Fett's stellar constellation of perspective, experience,
knowledge, and scientific background may well revolutionize our current
global conversation, understanding and practices related to fertility... It
is hard to overestimate the impact that this book may have on the lives of
many." - Dr. Claudia Welch, author of Balance Your Hormones, Balance Your
Life.

"It Starts with the Egg presents a reasoned and balanced review of the
latest science linking environmental chemicals to reduced fertility and
other health problems. Readers will find sound advice for how to avoid
chemicals of concern, providing a useful guide for couples that want to
improve their chances of a healthy pregnancy." -  Dr. Laura Vandenberg,
University of Massachusetts, Amherst, School of Public Health.

"With 'It Starts with the Egg,' Rebecca Fett delivers a much needed
overview on the available scientific evidence regarding the influence of
nutrition on fertility and fertility treatment, providing a valuable
resource for couples trying to conceive." - Dr. John Twigt, Department of
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Erasmus Medical Center, Netherlands.

"Rebecca has done a great service for all women, children, and future
generations by starting at the beginning of a human life and examining
which toxic chemicals cause harm to the egg... This book is a wonderful
addition to the growing library of information on toxic exposures." - Debra
Lynn Dadd, Author of Toxic Free: How to Protect Your Health and Home from
the Chemicals That Are Making You Sick

About the Author

Rebecca Fett has a degree in molecular biotechnology and biochemistry, and experience performing laboratory research in the field of genetics. She is currently a patent litigation attorney at a large law firm in New York, where she specializes in analyzing scientific and clinical evidence for biotechnology companies.

Edition details

• Publisher: Franklin Fox Publishing LLC
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 0991126904
• ISBN 13: 9780991126903
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 304