Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast with your host, Dr. Christina Burns. In this episode, Dr. Christina Burns, a holistic fertility expert, dives into the alarming effects of microplastics on reproductive health. With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Burns discusses how microplastics can disrupt hormones, cause oxidative stress, and lead to poor egg and sperm quality. Learn about the common sources of microplastic exposure in your daily life and get practical tips for reducing your intake to support your fertility journey.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The sources of microplastic exposure in your environment.
• The impact of microplastics on hormone disruption and oxidative stress.
• How microplastics affect egg and sperm quality.
• Practical strategies for reducing microplastic exposure.
• The importance of minimizing toxic load for fertility treatments.

Timestamps:

• [00:05:00] Overview of microplastics and their sources
• [00:10:45] Research findings on microplastics and their impact on health
• [00:20:30] Effects of microplastics on female fertility
• [00:30:00] Impact of microplastics on male fertility
• [00:45:15] Practical steps to reduce microplastic exposure
• [01:00:00] Importance of reducing toxic load for fertility treatments
• [01:05:15] 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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