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A Functional Medicine Approach to Fertility: What You Need to Know Now to Conceive

Unlock a deeper, whole-body approach to fertility in this functional medicine webinar from the UltraWellness Center. This conversation features Dr. Cindy Geyer, MD (triple board-certified in Internal, Integrative & Lifestyle Medicine) and Lisa Dreher, MS, RDN, LDN (functional dietitian and nutrition director at WeNatal). To receive a complimentary intro session with our New Patient Coordinator: https://calendly.com/laurie-ultrawell... You’ll learn: How functional medicine differs from a conventional fertility workup Why labels like “unexplained infertility” often miss the deeper why The role of blood sugar, insulin resistance, PCOS, and stress in hormone balance How thyroid health and thyroid antibodies (Hashimoto’s) impact fertility (even with a “normal” TSH) Foundational nutrition strategies and why the Mediterranean diet is so powerful for fertility Practical ways to reduce endocrine-disrupting chemical exposure without perfectionism How to support detoxification safely while trying to conceive What to know about egg quality vs. egg quantity, especially after 35 Key supplements and lab tests to discuss with your care team Why male partners and their cardiometabolic health are critical to outcomes This session is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your own healthcare provider before making changes to your treatment, medications, or supplement routine. 0:00 – Welcome & introductions 2:35 – How functional medicine approaches fertility differently 4:13 – Nutrition’s role in inflammation, blood sugar and hormone balance 5:00 – Getting to the why behind hormonal imbalances & endometriosis 7:02 – Blood sugar, insulin resistance, PCOS & stress in fertility 10:09 – Thyroid & fertility: beyond “normal” TSH and Hashimoto’s antibodies 14:32 – Foundational fertility nutrition & bio-individuality 18:10 – Environmental toxins & endocrine disruptors: what really matters 20:27 – Detox support with food: protein, fiber, crucifers & bowel movements 25:00 – How functional medicine supports IVF, IUI & egg freezing 27:24 – Fertility after 35: egg quality, artery health & inflammation 30:00 – Sleep, circadian rhythm & their impact on hormones and fertility 32:38 – Key fertility supplements: prenatal, omega-3s & egg-quality support 34:20 – Emotional side of fertility: holding space, stress & support 45:00 – Functional medicine lab panel for fertility (hormones, thyroid, cardio-metabolic) 50:35 – Why male partners’ health and sperm quality matter 52:37 – Complementary therapies: nervous system regulation, yoga, acupuncture & more 54:46 – Closing remarks, resources, and next steps for your fertility journey