Fertility, IVF & The Hidden Stress Affecting Pregnancy

Why are more couples struggling to conceive than ever before?In this powerful conversation, NHS women’s health doctor and fertility expert Dr Ravina Bhanot breaks down the biggest myths around fertility, IVF, egg freezing, hormones and women’s health.Watch The Full Series Of Health Applied Here - https://www.youtube.com/@UCbenIdBaHJsQ6w1oHRvR8AA 💬 Join the ConversationHave questions about cosmetic surgery? Comment below or message us on Instagram.Follow Health Applied:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthappliedpodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@healthappliedpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Health-Applied-Podcast/61584575055523/Chapters00:00 The mindset shift that changed fertility outcomes00:30 Introduction to Dr Ravina Bhanot01:29 Ravina’s journey into women’s health & PCOS diagnosis05:00 Why fertility education is still lacking06:45 How long should couples try before seeking help?09:20 Fertility after 40 & perimenopause misconceptions11:50 The reality of IVF & postcode lottery funding16:40 BMI, IVF eligibility & controversial NHS criteria21:07 Why fertility rates are declining23:15 Microplastics, hormones & modern lifestyle risks27:36 The 3 biggest fertility factors couples ignore28:32 How stress impacts conception30:30 Why ovulation tracking can backfire34:43 Nutrition, supplements & improving egg quality38:12 Male fertility mistakes nobody talks about40:44 Egg freezing myths & success rates44:47 What women should know before starting IVF47:48 Perfumes, soaps & hormone-disrupting chemicals52:41 Why women’s health education needs to changeThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.