Ep 42: Gut Health x Fertility: What Every Woman Should Know

Did you know that your gut health can impact your fertility in a major way? In this episode on The Nutrient Dense Podcast, I dive deep into the many ways in which your gut health can influence your fertility (estrogen levels, ovulation, egg health, etc). I discuss the critical connection between the two — from the importance of regular bowel movements for estrogen regulation, to the ways your gut health influences various vital aspects of fertility. We'll dive into hormonal balance, nutrient absorption, thyroid function, blood sugar regulation, and gut infections and the role they might play in fertility issues. Optimizing your gut health can actually enhance your reproductive outcomes, so let's dive in!   WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT IN THIS EPISODE: If you aren't pooping, you aren't clearing estrogen! If inflammation is the root cause of disease...where is it coming from? The gut! Poor gut health = poor nutrient absorption, which is crucial for reproductive health. Suboptimal thyroid function can cause fertility struggles, if if you labs look "normal" Blood sugar regulation is vital for hormonal balance and fertility (and overall health!). Gut infections can be linked to infertility issues. Dysbiosis can affect fertility-related endocrine disorders. Optimizing your gut health can improve fertility outcomes. Functional testing can help identify gut health issues affecting fertility.               LINKS: Book a strategy call with Hannah HERE Take the Gut Health Root Cause Quiz for free! Equip Protein: use the code hannahaylwardhhc for 15% off Listen to Episode 7 - Common Gut Imbalances: SIBO, Candida Overgrowth, Dysbiosis, IBS & More Listen to Episode 11 - Top 5 Tips for Balancing Your Blood Sugar Listen to Episode 28 - How Your Gut Is Messing With Your Hormones: The Estrogen & Thyroid Connection               CONNECT WITH HANNAH: Instagram  |   Website                 If you found this episode valuable, share it with a friend and leave us a rating/review! Thank you for listening ✨