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To gain weight healthily, focus on increasing calorie intake with nutrient-dense foods like healthy fats (avocado, nuts), lean proteins, and complex carbohydrates (whole grains, starchy vegetables). Combine this with strength training to build muscle. Avoid processed and sugary “unhealthy” foods.

Contact us to schedule an appointment with our dietitian for a more comprehensive and effective plan.

BMI is a general indicator of body weight relative to height but does not distinguish between fat mass, muscle mass, or fat distribution. Since body composition—especially fat mass and muscle mass—has a stronger impact on fertility and treatment outcomes, a detailed analysis provides a clearer picture of your reproductive health.

Excess body fat, especially above certain thresholds, can disrupt hormone balance, ovulation, and metabolic health, while adequate muscle mass supports hormone regulation and insulin sensitivity. Both factors influence fertility success rates and treatment response.

Body composition analysis uses bioelectrical impedance or other technologies to measure fat mass, muscle mass, and body water percentage. This non-invasive test gives a detailed breakdown of your body’s makeup, helping to tailor fertility treatments and lifestyle recommendations.

By tracking changes in fat and muscle mass, BCA helps you understand whether you are losing fat or muscle during weight loss efforts. This allows for adjustments in diet and exercise to preserve lean muscle, optimise metabolism, and achieve sustainable fitness results.

Absolutely. BCA can detect sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) and declining bone density, enabling early interventions to maintain strength, mobility, and bone health, which are critical for healthy aging.

Understanding your unique body composition allows our Fertility Specialist to design a personalised treatment approach, optimise medication dosages, and recommend lifestyle changes that enhance treatment success and overall reproductive health.

Studies show that women with healthier fat mass and muscle mass profiles tend to have better fertility outcomes, including higher pregnancy rates and better response to treatments like IVF or IUI.

If you are planning fertility treatment or have concerns about your weight, hormonal balance, or metabolic health, a body composition analysis during your consultation can provide valuable insights to guide your care.

Being overweight can affect fertility in both men and women. In women, excess weight may cause hormonal imbalances that disrupt ovulation and lower pregnancy rates, while increasing miscarriage risks and complications during IVF. In men, obesity is linked to poorer sperm quality, reducing fertility. Overall, both partners’ weight and body composition play important roles in reproductive success.

Contact our clinic to book a consultation with our Fertility Specialist, and our Dietitian will perform a body composition analysis as part of your personalised fertility assessment.