EPISODE 29 | Even if you’re not struggling with fertility, you likely know someone who has had or is currently having difficulty conceiving. After my chat with fertility expert Dr. Vinay Gunnala, I now have an entirely different perspective on fertility, infertility, and the treatments available. Dr. Gunnala breaks down fertility-boosting lifestyle modifications, common signs of infertility, widespread misconceptions...and more! I know you’re gonna learn soooo much from him. Enjoy!!

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MINUTE-BY-MINUTE BREAKDOWN OF THE EPISODE:

4:03 - Dr. Gunnala's background + what led him to become a fertility specialist

6:06 - What's the definition of fertility? Of infertility?

7:02 - How long should someone wait before getting tested for infertility?

7:52 - What, exactly, happens to a woman's fertility as she ages? And what about men?

10:16 - Does being on the birth control pill for years help a woman "save" eggs?

11:23 - Do most OBGYNs know a lot about fertility/infertility, or is it necessary to see a specialist?

12:47 - What's the connection between miscarriages and fertility?

18:53 - Do fibroids affect fertility?

20:25 - Are regular periods an indicator of fertility?

25:37 - Is pelvic pain during menstruation normal, or can that point to infertility?

27:08 - Dr. Gunnala explains the connection between endometriosis and infertility

28:56 - Is infertility at all inherited?

29:55 - What are some of the causes of male infertility?

30:51 - Medical interventions for infertility beyond IVF

32:50 - Dr. Gunnala explains how to optimize fertility through diet & lifestyle choices

38:49 - The biggest misconceptions floating around out there, re: infertility

42:31 - Are there any supplements—besides prenatal vitamins—that can boost fertility?

43:52 - Dr. Gunnala's most basic advice for anyone having fertility issues

45:45 - Is there any link between chronic stress and infertility?

47:16 - Can acupuncture help?

 

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