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Fertility Optimization with Dr. Sasha Hakman

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Feb 20, 2025
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Sasha Hakman
Dr. Sasha Hakman, a dual board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist, shares insights on the rising trends in infertility. She discusses how environmental toxins and lifestyle factors, like nutrition and exercise, impact fertility. The conversation highlights the importance of hormones, particularly progesterone, and outlines the role of thyroid health in conception. Sasha emphasizes the need for proactive measures, including managing nutrient deficiencies and understanding the effects of age on egg quality and sperm health.
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INSIGHT

Environmental Chemicals Are Changing Fertility

  • Infertility rates are rising rapidly and are not explained by age alone. Environmental endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) likely contribute to infertility and chronic disease by altering hormone receptor function.
ADVICE

Reduce Toxin Exposure Stepwise

  • Reduce toxic exposures stepwise by swapping fragranced products, avoiding plastics, and using stainless steel cookware. Small reductions in exposure can meaningfully lower total toxic burden and improve health.
ADVICE

Keep Exercising Through Treatments

  • Keep exercising before and during fertility treatments unless medically contraindicated. Prioritize resistance training plus cardio and pause only for rare complications like severe OHSS.
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