Summary of influences on sperm quality, follicular microenvironment and egg quality in preparation for IVF

• Increase blood supply (oxygen and nutrients) to the testicles with acupuncture
• Increase blood supply (oxygen and nutrients) to the follicleswith acupuncture
• Improve ovarian function by regulating hormone levels (e.g., LH, testosterone, insulin) with acupuncture
• Reduce stress hormones associated with reduced IVF success with acupuncture
• Increase oocyte mitochondrial ATP output with certain Chinese herbs
• Enhance follicle antioxidant defenses with certain Chinese herbs
• Improve follicle environment by reducing inflammatory cytokines with certain Chinese herbs.