Is there a direct relationship between the likelihood of pregnancy, body weight, and lifestyle? This question is answered by Olga Panfilova, obstetrician-gynecologist at the European Medical Center, Candidate of Medical Sciences.
The answer is unequivocal – it exists. For example, many studies have shown that it can be more difficult for overweight women to get pregnant. The reason for this is menstrual irregularities: most often it is the absence of ovulation in patients with a body mass index of more than 30. Lack of weight (body mass index less than 20) can also lead to "disruptions" of the cycle due to hormonal changes.
The body mass index (BMI) is calculated using the following formula: BMI = weight, kg/height (m)2. For example, your height is 1.70 m and your weight before pregnancy is 62 kg, so we divide your weight by your height squared: BMI = 62 : (170)2= 21,45.
Correcting body weight through exercise and proper nutrition can help restore the menstrual cycle and thus increase the likelihood of pregnancy.
Quitting smoking also plays an important role in preparing for conception. Nicotine, cyanides, and carbon monoxide are known to negatively affect egg quality. According to the AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE, menopause in women who smoke can occur 1-4 years earlier than in non-smokers.
Some studies also claim that reducing stress (through yoga, meditation, etc.) has a beneficial effect on increasing the chances of realizing reproductive function.
A source: Mom.
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