

A Fertility Diet | Dr Aviva Romm
14 snips Oct 24, 2021
Aviva Romm, MD, brings nearly 40 years of experience in women's health to the conversation, sharing insights from her book, Hormone Intelligence. She delves into the critical role of nutrition in fertility, discussing the impact of ultra-processed foods and advocating for a balanced diet rich in whole foods. Aviva highlights the significance of understanding hormonal health, the effects of body weight on fertility, and the importance of holistic lifestyle changes. This enlightening chat empowers listeners with practical strategies for enhancing reproductive health.
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Nutrition Foundation for Fertility
- Nutrition forms the foundation for all aspects of female fertility including ovulation and uterine health.
- Healthy cervical mucus serves to channel healthy sperm and block unhealthy sperm, showcasing incredible bodily intelligence.
Hormone Intelligence Explained
- Hormone intelligence involves understanding and restoring the innate hormonal blueprint disrupted by modern stressors.
- Disruptions include circadian rhythm changes, stress, antibiotic overuse, and environmental endocrine disruptors.
Infertility Diagnostic Timeline
- Allow one year of trying for women under 35 before diagnosing infertility; six months for women over 35.
- Most women conceive within that period; patience is key especially for older women.