If you're undergoing IVF and experiencing recurrent implantation failure, it is absolutely heartbreaking.
You're so close to your dream of holding a baby in your arms, yet simultaneously, so far
I know that you want to do everything that you possibly can to optimise implantation
so in this video, I'm going to explain the 5 key considerations from a nutritional viewpoint.
Stay tuned.
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My name is Melanie McGrice and I'm a fertility and prenatal dietitian.
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Recurrent implantation failure is defined as having three unsuccessful IVF attempts
with good quality embryos.
An unsuccessful embryo implantation can be a consequence of the health of the embryo
or of the health of the uterus.
When it comes to increasing your likelihood of implantation, nutrition can play a key role.
Let's discuss 5 of my common considerations for clients who are experiencing recurrent
implantation failure.
Number 1: Endometritis is an inflammatory condition of the lining of the uterus.
It is commonly caused by an infection such as tuberculosis or a sexually transmitted
disease, however, dietary factors may impact inflammation too.
If endometritis is an issue for you, speak to your fertility dietitian about following
an anti-inflammatory diet.
Number 2: Autoimmune conditions such as Coeliac Disease, Lupus, Type 1 Diabetes, Ankylosing Spondylitis
and Multiple Sclerosis are also associated with chronic inflammation which
can prevent implantation.
However, in this situation, an anti-inflammatory diet may not be adequate.
Firstly, undertake testing with your health care team to look for autoimmune conditions,
then with the help of your fertility dietitian, adapt your diet to minimise any auto-immune
conditions that you may have.
For example, if you have Coeliac Disease you'll need a strict gluten free diet and nutritional
supplementation, whereas if you have type 1 diabetes you'll need to optimise your glucose levels.
Number 3: Another common factor that can impact inflammation of the uterine lining, and consequently
reduce implantation, is excess body fat.
High numbers of fat cells, called adipocytes trigger an inflammatory cascade which has
been linked to chronic low-grade inflammation and increased rates of implantation failure.
A reduced calorie, anti-inflammatory diet may be beneficial in these cases.
Number 4: Anatomical abnormalities - Fibroids are non-cancerous lumps of tissue found in
the uterus.
They are very common, and usually don't cause any problems, but if they're in the wrong
spot, they can cause implantation failure.
For dietary tips of reducing fibroids, check out my video.
And finally, number 5: A thin uterine lining minimises chances of implantation.
Medical techniques are the primary treatment for thickening the endometrium, however nutrition
can play a role.
If you have a thin uterine lining, make sure that you check out my video on this.
Finally, research suggests that some foods and nutrients are more beneficial for optimising
implantation rates than others.
Omega 3, zinc and melatonin are good examples.
So, if you've optimised any inflammation as much as possible, discuss the risks and benefits
of these nutritional supplements with your fertility dietitian.
Now, to get your started, I'd recommend downloading my free fertility meal plan.
Just go to www.melaniemcgrice.com/fertility.
I look forward to seeing you in my next video.