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Free webinar | Thursday 19th March, 8pm GMT. Fertility Nutritionist Raquel Monroy explores how low-grade, silent inflammation can affect fertility, even when tests appear normal, and how it may also play a role in conditions such as PCOS and endometriosis. Secure your free place now.
Inflammation is one of the most talked-about topics in health right now, yet it remains one of the least addressed factors in fertility care. We hear a lot about hormones, egg reserve and sperm counts, but the role of chronic, low-grade inflammation in reproductive outcomes is rarely discussed in a clinical setting, even though the research is increasingly compelling.
Low-grade inflammation is not the same as the acute inflammation you notice when you cut your finger or develop a fever. It is a quieter, systemic process, one that may not cause obvious symptoms and will not show up on a standard blood test or fertility panel. Yet evidence suggests it can disrupt virtually every stage of the reproductive process, from the development of eggs and sperm, through to ovulation, fertilisation and implantation.
In this free one-hour webinar, Fertility Nutritionist Raquel Monroy will explore the science behind low-grade inflammation and its relationship with fertility, explain what drives it, and share practical, evidence-based nutritional and lifestyle strategies that can help bring the body back into balance.
Whether you are trying to conceive naturally, preparing for IVF or another assisted conception cycle, or simply trying to understand why conception has not happened yet, this session is designed to give you clarity, insight and actionable next steps.
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This webinar is suitable for anyone who is:
This session is designed to be accessible, informative and grounded in real clinical experience.
Acute inflammation is a normal and necessary immune response. When the body detects a threat, whether infection, injury or irritation, it mounts an inflammatory response to deal with it. This is healthy and protective.
Low-grade or chronic inflammation is different. It occurs when the immune system remains in a state of low-level activation over an extended period, producing inflammatory signals, including cytokines and reactive oxygen species, that gradually interfere with normal tissue function. Because it does not cause the obvious signs of classical inflammation, it often goes undetected for years.
Research published in Reproductive Sciences and by the NIH has shown that this kind of systemic inflammatory burden affects hormonal signalling, ovarian function, sperm DNA integrity and the receptivity of the uterine lining, often without any obvious clinical sign. Studies estimate that silent, low-grade inflammation may account for a significant proportion of unexplained infertility cases.
The important thing to understand, however, is that there are a number of things you can do about it.
Raquel will be unpacking how low-grade inflammation impacts fertility, the most common underlying drivers, and crucially, the practical steps you can take to optimise your body for conception success.
Raquel Monroy is a Registered Nutritional Therapist, trained at the College of Naturopathic Medicine, with additional specialist training in fertility nutrition through the Fertility Nutrition Centre. Her advanced study reflects a deep commitment to clinical excellence and the highest standards of evidence-based nutritional therapy for fertility.
From her private clinic near Manchester, Raquel supports clients across the UK and internationally, working with individuals and couples facing a wide range of fertility challenges. Using functional testing and fully personalised nutrition and lifestyle protocols, she works to uncover root causes rather than simply manage symptoms. Her approach is grounded in the belief that understanding the body's biology, including the role of inflammation, gives people genuine clarity and a practical roadmap forward.
The connection between inflammation and fertility is increasingly well-supported in the scientific literature. Here are some of the key areas of evidence that will inform this webinar:
Yes, completely free to attend. Simply register your place using the sign-up form below.
Thursday 19th March 2026 at 8pm GMT.
The session runs for approximately one hour, with time for questions at the end.
We recommend registering even if you are unsure you can make the live session. Registered attendees will receive information about the recording where available.
Yes. The evidence is clear that chronic inflammation affects sperm DNA integrity, motility and morphology just as it affects egg quality and the uterine environment. This webinar covers the biology as it applies to both partners.
Absolutely. Standard fertility investigations do not routinely screen for inflammatory markers or immune factors. Low-grade inflammation is increasingly recognised as a key driver of unexplained infertility and is rarely identified through conventional testing alone.
If you are mid-cycle, this session may be better used as preparation for a future cycle. However, the information will be valuable for understanding what to focus on in the months before your next attempt.
This is an educational session rather than a clinical consultation. If you would like personalised support following the webinar, details of how to work with Raquel one-to-one will be shared during the session.
Low-grade inflammation is a state of persistent, low-level immune activation that does not cause obvious symptoms but can disrupt normal biological processes over time. In the context of fertility, it can affect hormonal regulation, ovarian function, sperm health and the implantation environment. It is driven by factors including diet, gut health, stress, environmental exposures and sleep quality.
Yes. Nutritional therapy, dietary changes, targeted supplementation and lifestyle modifications have all been shown to reduce markers of chronic inflammation. This is a core part of what Raquel addresses in her clinical work, and it will be a key focus of this webinar.
Join Raquel on Thursday 19th March at 8pm GMT for an evidence-led exploration of how low-grade inflammation may be influencing your fertility, and what you can do about it. Sign up below to secure your free place.
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