Did you know your egg cells have more mitochondria than any other cell in your body? That’s because fertility requires energy—and mitochondria are in charge of making it.

In this episode, Dr. Miranda Naylor talks with Dr. Kalea Wattles, a naturopathic doctor and functional fertility specialist,  about how mitochondrial health plays a central role in reproductive longevity, egg quality, and fertility outcomes. With a unique background working alongside IVF clinics and functional medicine leaders, she breaks down the science behind mitochondrial function — and how everyday choices can strengthen your fertility from the cellular level.

We’ll explore:

✔️ How mitochondria impact ovulation, egg maturation, and embryo development

✔️ The role of oxidative stress—and how to counter it with diet, sleep, and antioxidants

✔️ Simple lifestyle shifts that support fertility at any age

✔️ Functional lab tests that can reveal hidden metabolic or mitochondrial issues

Whether you’re trying to conceive, planning to freeze your eggs, or simply want to preserve fertility for the future, this conversation is packed with practical, evidence-based strategies to support your body’s most energy-intensive process: reproduction.

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Dr. Kalea Wattles is a naturopathic doctor and functional medicine practitioner specializing in fertility, known for blending science with holistic wisdom to uncover the root causes of reproductive challenges. Inspired by her path to motherhood, she helps women restore their fertility and health through a personalized, compassionate, and systems-based approach.

Website: https://drkaleawattles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drkaleawattles 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/functionalfertility/ 

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