Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast with your host, Dr. Christina Burns. In this episode, Dr. Christina Burns delves into a lesser-known cause of infertility—high prolactin levels. Learn about hyperprolactinemia, its symptoms, causes, and how it can affect fertility. Discover natural and integrative methods to manage prolactin levels and improve your chances of conception.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The role of prolactin in reproductive health and how it impacts fertility.
• Common causes of high prolactin levels, including pituitary tumors, stress, and hypothyroidism.
• Symptoms of hyperprolactinemia and how it manifests in both women and men.
• Natural remedies and integrative approaches to manage prolactin levels.
• The importance of stress management and thyroid health in regulating prolactin.

Timestamps:

• [00:05:15] Understanding hyperprolactinemia and its symptoms
• [00:12:45] Common causes of elevated prolactin levels
• [00:20:00] The impact of high prolactin on fertility
• [00:25:30] Natural treatment options: Vitex and dietary changes
• [00:35:45] Managing stress to regulate prolactin levels
• [00:45:00] Addressing thyroid health and inflammation
• [00:50:30] Q&A session with listener questions

About Dr. Christina Burns:

Dr. Christina Burns is the founder and Doctor of Chinese Medicine at the Naturna Institute. Committed, compassionate, and highly skilled in multiple disciplines, Dr. Burns has been in practice since 2004. She empowers both women and men to achieve their optimal life and health goals through natural medicine practices, integrative nutrition, lifestyle management, and personalized mind-body programs. Dr. Burns holds advanced certifications in acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, life coaching, and yoga therapy. She is also the best-selling author of "The Ultimate Fertility Guidebook."

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