Infertility affects about 6.1 million Americans. About 25 percent of female infertility is caused by ovulation disorders. Of those, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common. PCOS is often accompanied by insulin resistance and other factors affected by diet and lifestyle.
Number of People with Fertility Problems
Individuals: 6.1 million individuals
Couples: 2.1 million married couples
Number of Women Using Fertility Services
Total: 9.3 million women
Cenetrs for Disease Control and Prevention. National Center for Health Statistics. http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/fertile.htm