411: Why Men and Women Are Facing a Reproductive Health Crisis, and What to Do About It | Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim
Jul 24, 2024
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Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim from WeNatal discuss the global fertility crisis, misinformation, improving men's reproductive health through nutrition, risks of raw fish during pregnancy, and advocating for reproductive health and nutrition. They explore the impact of diet, supplements, lifestyle changes, and advancements in fertility solutions for couples planning to conceive.
Nutrient-dense foods improve fertility; Mediterranean diet is beneficial for overall health.
Antioxidants like vitamin C, E, CoQ10 enhance sperm quality.
Environmental factors like heat exposure can impact sperm health; be mindful of lifestyle habits.
Deep dives
The Importance of Nutrient-Dense Foods
Focusing on nutrient-dense foods like protein, colorful veggies, fruits, nuts, and seeds can play a significant role in improving fertility. Emphasizing a whole foods diet, similar to the Mediterranean diet, can offer holistic benefits for overall health and fertility.
The Relevance of Antioxidants
Antioxidants like vitamin C, vitamin E, and CoQ10 are crucial for enhancing sperm quality and count. These nutrients can help combat oxidative stress, contributing to improved sperm parameters such as count, motility, and morphology.
Addressing Environmental Factors
Considerations of environmental factors such as heat exposure and lifestyle habits like sauna use may impact sperm health. Being mindful of temperature changes and avoiding heat exposure can be essential for maintaining optimal sperm quality.
Advocating for Personal Health Choices
The podcast stresses the importance of being proactive and informed about personal health decisions, especially in the context of fertility treatments like egg freezing. Encouraging individuals to advocate for themselves and seek balanced perspectives amidst a prevalent fear-based narrative in the fertility industry.
Promoting A Holistic Approach to Fertility
Adopting a comprehensive approach to fertility by incorporating nutrients, lifestyle changes, and mindset shifts can significantly impact egg and sperm quality. Emphasizing the interconnectedness of overall health, dietary choices, and mental well-being in optimizing fertility outcomes.
Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim are co-founders of WeNatal, a premium men's and women's pre-natal company. Their mission is to ignite evidence-based conversation and solutions around the fertility crisis.
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