In this powerful, research-backed episode, I uncover the little-known connection between gut health and male reproductive function. Sharing the real-life case of Michael—a man told he'd likely never conceive naturally—I walk you through how a 30-day gut restoration protocol led to a 127% increase in motility, a 45% boost in morphology, and a natural pregnancy just 3 months later.

Hi, I’m Dr. Aumatma—a licensed Naturopathic Doctor for over 15 years, with board certification in Naturopathic Endocrinology. I’m the creator of The Restorative Fertility Method and host of the Egg Meets Sperm Podcast, which ranks in the top 5% globally.

I’ve had the honor of becoming a 2-time best-selling author with my books Fertility Secrets and (in)Fertility: Struggles, Secrets, & Successes. Over the years, I’ve been recognized with awards such as Best Naturopathic Medicine Doctor (2015, 2020), Top Women in Medicine Doctor (2020, 2021), and was inducted into the Berkeley Hall of Fame in 2022.

I’ve shared my expertise on over 100 podcasts, speaking on fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum, and have been featured as a holistic fertility expert on ABC, FOX, CBS, KTLA, MindBodyGreen, and The Bump.

Through the years, I’ve trained hundreds of practitioners globally in holistic fertility care, and many of them have gone on to become certified in my Fertile Foundations™ system. I also founded Madre Fertility, where we offer a free Smart Fertility Analysis to help people uncover their fertility blocks and map out a personalized path to conception.

In addition to my clinical work, I serve as a Medical Advisor for Mira Fertility, Element, and Feminade—three incredible innovators in fertility and women’s health.

💡 You’ll learn the exact strategy that helped Michael improve:

✔️ Sperm concentration (from 12M → 28M/mL)

✔️ Morphology (from 2% → 4%)

✔️ Motility (from 32% → 58%)

✔️ Testosterone (from 440 → 600 ng/dL)

✔️ DNA fragmentation (from 38% → 22%)

🌱 This Episode Covers:

Why gut health is crucial for sperm production & hormone balance
How leaky gut, dysbiosis & inflammation disrupt male fertility
The 4R Protocol: Remove, Replace, Re-inoculate, Repair
Real test results from stool analysis and semen follow-ups
Foods, probiotics & lifestyle tips to naturally support male fertility

💥 Plus, discover:

The harmful effects of protein powders, alcohol, and over-exercise
How medications like ibuprofen and antibiotics alter sperm health
Why even “healthy” foods like garlic & cauliflower may sabotage gut function in some men

🎯 If you’ve been told there’s “nothing more you can do” for male fertility—listen to this episode!

👨‍⚕️ As always, this episode is for educational purposes. Please consult your healthcare provider before implementing any new protocols.

📚 Further Learning Resources:

Cleveland Clinic: Gut-Sperm Research
American Journal of Reproductive Immunology: Inflammation & Sperm DNA
Journal of Endocrinology: Gut Microbiome & Testosterone

📌 Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome & Overview

02:18 – Michael’s Journey

06:40 – The Male Fertility Crisis

09:20 – The Gut-Sperm Link Explained

14:00 – 4-Step Gut Protocol in Detail

27:30 – Daily Habits That Harm Fertility

34:10 – Foods That Heal the Gut & Reboot Sperm Health

38:00 – Final Results & Insights

Don't miss out on this in-depth episode filled with practical advice and inspiration to help you on your fertility journey.

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