Birth-Control Debate June 24, 2005 Do you need help researching a paper, mastering a new topic or preparing for a debate? Get current, accurate information on today's most controversial topics now by ordering The CQ Researcher's award-winning reports online. "[The] CQ Researcher has long been one of our favorite reference sources" — Library Journal (April 13, 2001) The CQ Researcher • June 24, 2005 • Volume 15, Number 24© 2007, CQ Press, a Division of Congressional Quarterly Inc. All Rights Reserved. Throw Away Your Dangerous Microwave AROMA TURBO OVEN - Cook in 30% Less Time - Increase Food's Nutrients Learn More The Mercury Magnet That Can Remove Dangerous Toxins Chlorella can help build your immune system, detoxify from heavy metal build-up, and improve your ability to focus! Learn More about This Natural Wonder Now No Time to Cook Breakfast? WHEY HEALTHIER Nothing Beats the Nutrition Found in This Delicious, Convenient and Affordable Protein Shake Order Now and Save 33%!Learn More WARNING:Your Cookware Could be Making You Sick!ENAMELED CAST IRONCOOKWARE SETSGet rid of your hazardous cookware forever!Learn More Announcing Preferred Autoship Save 10% on Your OrdersWith Our ExclusivePreferred Autoship ProgramLearn More What’s the secret to the northwest salmon’s high energy? ANTARCTIC KRILL OIL Start Your Day with This Amazing Marine Oil Product that’s Superior to all the Fish Oils on the Market Today Learn More What’s the secret to the northwest salmon’s high energy? ANTARCTIC KRILL OIL Start Your Day with This Amazing Marine Oil Product that’s Superior to all the Fish Oils on the Market Today Learn More A new study found that women who take birth control pills also deplete important nutrients, including vitamins B2, B6 and B12. Side effects of birth control pills solely as a contraceptive, there are a number of safe, alternative methods you can use instead, such as: · Male condoms: Condoms have a 98 percent effectiveness rate when used correctly, which is very nearly as effective as the birth control pill. A water-based lubricant will increase the effectiveness; do not use an oil-based lubricant, however, as they break the latex. · Female condoms: These thin, soft polyurethane pouches fitted inside the vagina before sex are 95 percent effective.
Female condoms are less likely to tear than male condoms. · Diaphragm: Diaphragms, which must be fitted by a doctor, act as a barrier to sperm. When used correctly with spermicidal jellies, they are 92 to 98 percent effective. · Cervical cap: This heavy rubber cap fits tightly against the cervix and can be left in place for 48 hours. Like the diaphragm, a doctor must fit the cap. Proper fitting enhances the effectiveness above 91 percent. · Spermicides: Creams, jellies and suppositories contain chemicals that kill sperm. While they can increase the effectiveness of other forms of contraception listed here, I don't recommend using them alone. · Other natural methods to scientifically check your fertility.
Addtionally, any of the above methods can be combined with natural family planning where the woman accurately charts her cycle by regularly monitoring her first morning oral temperatures with an accurate thermometer, and also monitoring her cervical mucous for appearance and "ferning" patterns. If the two methods are combined then the effectiveness of the combined programs approaches that of birth contrrol pills in their ability to prevent pregnancy. Related Articles: Just Say No To Birth Control Pills Linked to Thinner Bones Return to Table of Contents #679 ©Copyright 2007 Dr. Joseph Mercola. All Rights Reserved. This content may be copied in full, with copyright, contact, creation and information intact, without specific permission, when used only in a not-for-profit format. If any other use is desired, permission in writing from Dr. Mercola is required. Disclaimer: The entire contents of this website are based upon the opinions of the respective author, who retains copyright as marked.
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