Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast with your host, Dr. Christina Burns. In this week's short and sweet episode, Dr. Christina Burns discusses the role of low-dose HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) in fertility protocols. Often associated with pregnancy tests, HCG is increasingly used in IVF and natural cycles to improve egg quality and production, boost embryo quality, and support the corpus luteum in producing progesterone. Dr. Burns breaks down what HCG is, how it works, and its potential benefits and risks. Whether you're undergoing IVF, IUI, or trying to conceive naturally, understanding the role of HCG could be a game-changer in your fertility journey.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The role of HCG in enhancing egg quality and ovulation.
• How HCG is used in IVF cycles to improve outcomes.
• The risks and considerations when incorporating HCG into fertility treatments.
• Who might benefit from low-dose HCG and who should avoid it.

Timestamps:

• [00:05:45] How HCG supports egg quality and ovulation
• [00:10:15] Benefits of HCG in IVF cycles
• [00:15:00] Risks and considerations when using HCG
• [00:20:30] HCG in natural cycles and other applications
• [00:25:00] Who should consider HCG and who should avoid it

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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