{"title":"Fertility","description":"\u003cp\u003e The desire for a baby can run very deep and occupy your thoughts every day. A healthy lifestyle and nutrition play a major role in preparing yourself for a pregnancy. Discover how you can support your fertility.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"herstel-je-hormonen-in-10-stappen-boek","title":"Restore your hormones in 10 steps","description":"\u003ch2\u003e My 10-step plan in 1 book!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e View the sample copy: \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vivonline.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Inkijkexemplaar_Hersteljehormonenin10stappen-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: e78a9c;\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIn 10 easy steps, I want to teach women of all ages how to restore their hormone balance themselves, at every stage of their lives. With practical nutritional information, supplement tips, recipes, and meal planners. So that you are freed from that hormonal imbalance. And you become the best version of yourself again: fitter, slimmer, and happier!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eI received these messages from readers of 'Restore your hormones in 10 steps':\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cem\u003eThanks for your wonderful book! I have suffered from extreme hormonal migraines for about 30 years. I have now made significant changes to my diet and am virtually headache-free. My neurologist didn't believe in it, but now sees the results!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Hi Vivian, I just wanted to send you a quick message to let you know that, thanks in part to your book and the inspiration I gained from it, I held a positive pregnancy test in my hands this morning. I had been working with an orthomolecular therapist for a while and paying close attention to my diet…. But to be honest, I had become a bit demotivated and my cycle remained a mess. Thanks to your book, I set to work with renewed enthusiasm on nutrition, relaxation, supplements… and with results!”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Yesterday I started this book full of anticipation. After the first few pages, tears of happiness simply welled up in my eyes!! Finally, a book that clearly explains exactly what hormones are, what types there are, and especially what damage they can cause. Best of all, it also offers a solution. I really hope that every woman who has problems with her hormones reads this book. I am getting started in good spirits and have made an appointment for a consultation in a month so that I can ask any questions then. Vivian, thank you so much!!!”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Do you want to experience it yourself? 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Ovulation is often very irregular or fails to occur for a long time. It is more difficult for women with PCOS to get pregnant. By gaining insight into AMH, FSH, LH, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and prolactin levels, you can determine whether there is a possible disruption in your hormone balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e About PCOS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e PCOS, or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, is a hormonal disorder affecting women of reproductive age. On average, it affects approximately 1 in 7 women. It is characterized by a disruption of the hormonal balance, which can lead to a number of specific symptoms. The exact cause of PCOS is not yet known, but it is thought that predisposition (genetics) and lifestyle factors play a role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Common symptoms of PCOS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The symptoms vary from person to person and can be mild or very pronounced and severe. 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One of these next steps could be, for example, an ultrasound of the ovaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e What you need to take into account during the assessment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eYour hormone levels change throughout your cycle. Ideally, you should collect your sample 3-5 working days before the start of your period. Collect your sample from Monday to Thursday, due to the laboratory closing on weekends. Many women who suspect PCOS have an irregular cycle or miss a cycle. In that case, collect the sample on any Monday to Thursday of your choice. Collect your sample before 10:00 AM when you are fasting; this means not eating for 10 hours and only drinking water. Do not collect your sample immediately after exercising or sexual activity, and ensure you are relaxed. 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PCOS disrupts the normal hormonal balance, leading to increased LH secretion by the pituitary gland. This causes higher LH levels in the bloodstream, which disrupts ovulation and can lead to symptoms such as irregular menstrual cycles and excessive androgen production (such as testosterone). An elevated LH level also contributes to the formation of ovarian cysts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The FSH hormone and PCOS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe FSH hormone is important for the production of sex hormones. The FSH hormone is linked to the LH hormone and ensures that eggs can develop in the ovaries. The FSH hormone also stimulates the production of estrogen and progesterone. Women suffering from PCOS often have elevated FSH levels. The FSH hormone is released by the pituitary gland and ensures that ovarian follicles grow and develop. In PCOS, the ovaries generally respond less well to FSH, which can cause follicles not to fully develop and release eggs. A higher FSH value can be an indication that the body is trying to stimulate follicle growth and trigger ovulation. It is important to know that the influence of PCOS on FSH levels is not the same for everyone. There are also women with PCOS who have no elevated FSH or even a reduced FSH level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Estrogen and Progesterone in relation to PCOS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003ePCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) affects estrogen and progesterone, two important female sex hormones. PCOS can lead to elevated estrogen levels due to the excessive production of testosterone, which can be converted into estrogen. This hormonal imbalance can lead to irregular menstrual cycles and other symptoms. Additionally, PCOS can involve irregular or absent ovulation, which can lead to insufficient progesterone production. This can cause anovulation, a condition in which the ovaries do not release an egg. 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