Are those late-night snacks whispering secrets about your swimmers? In this episode, the fellas dive deep into the world of baby-making, but not in the way you might think. They sit down with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack and Lily Nichols, the brilliant minds behind "Real Food for Fertility," a book on how preconception nutrition and lifestyle choices support your health and vitality and lay the essential groundwork for your baby's development. The gang chew over everything from the mysteries of menstrual cycles to the nitty-gritty of nutrition for your swimmers. Ever wondered if that pea protein shake is messing with your mojo or why the quality of sperm is becoming a hot topic? We're talking the good, the bad, and the fertile, breaking down myths and munching on facts about what really goes into making a baby. Whether you're actively on the baby train or just curious about how your diet affects your fertility, this chat is packed with insights that'll have you looking at your dinner plate and lifestyle choices a little differently.

Key Takeaways:

- Understanding menstrual cycles and fertility awareness can help individuals and couples make informed decisions about contraception and conception.

- Optimizing nutrition, particularly protein intake and quality fats, can improve fertility outcomes for both men and women.

- Pea protein has been studied for its potential contraceptive effects, but more research is needed to understand its impact on fertility.

- Sperm quality is a crucial factor in fertility, and guidelines for what is considered 'normal' may not reflect optimal fertility.

- Reevaluating sperm quality guidelines and addressing male fertility issues are important steps in improving overall fertility outcomes. Detailed sperm analysis is important to assess sperm count, motility, and morphology.

- Improving diet quality and taking targeted supplements can enhance sperm morphology and motility.

- Certain nutrients, such as vitamin A, selenium, zinc, and folate, play a vital role in sperm quality.

- Pregnancy cravings can be influenced by nutrient deficiencies or emotional factors, and finding healthier alternatives is encouraged.

- Factors like diet quality, exposure to chemicals, sedentary lifestyles, and metabolic conditions may contribute to the decline in sperm count.

Relevant Links:

- Lisas Podcast: Fertility Friday Radio: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fertility-friday-radio-fertility-awareness-for-pregnancy/id953371091

- Real Food For Fertility Book: https://realfoodforfertility.com/

- Lilly Nichols Website: www.lillynicholsrdn.com

- Lisa Hendrickson-Jack’s Website: www.fertilityfriday.com

- For more of Lisa on tracking mensuration listen to Turn Me On Episode 200: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/turn-me-on/id1200938612?i=1000530319630

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