Are you struggling with unexplained infertility? Experiencing recurrent miscarriages? Spending thousands on fertility treatments without results?
Join Dr. Leona Allen and Dr. Carmel Wiseman as they discuss the intricate relationship between fertility, epigenetics, and preconception health, offering insights into how our choices impact future generations. They emphasize the importance of understanding reproductive health and creating a lasting health legacy through informed decisions. Tune in to learn how you can optimize your chances of a natural pregnancy and navigate your ttc journey with knowledge and empowerment.
🎧 LISTEN NOW to discover:
✅ Why "unexplained infer...
Are you struggling with unexplained infertility? Experiencing recurrent miscarriages? Spending thousands on fertility treatments without results?
Join Dr. Leona Allen and Dr. Carmel Wiseman as they discuss the intricate relationship between fertility, epigenetics, and preconception health, offering insights into how our choices impact future generations. They emphasize the importance of understanding reproductive health and creating a lasting health legacy through informed decisions. Tune in to learn how you can optimize your chances of a natural pregnancy and navigate your ttc journey with knowledge and empowerment.
🎧 LISTEN NOW to discover:
✅ Why "unexplained infertility" is actually uninvestigated infertility
✅ The top 3 hidden barriers preventing pregnancy (most doctors miss these)
✅ How toxins, nutritional deficiencies, and stress sabotage fertility
✅ Why men are responsible for 50%+ of fertility issues (but rarely tested)
✅ The genetic test that reveals your fertility blueprint
✅ How to prepare your body for pregnancy BEFORE trying to conceive
✅ Why fertility treatments should be last resort, not first option
⏱️ In this episode:
00:00 – Meet Dr. Carmel Wiseman: A Journey of Personal and Professional Growth
03:56 – The Importance of Preconception Health
04:17 – Dr. Wiseman's Personal Fertility Journey (8 years, 2 miscarriages)
06:01 – The Role of Functional Medicine in Fertility
06:14 – Challenges and Realizations in Late Motherhood
07:12 – Helping Others: Dr. Wiseman's Mission to Guide Couples
10:24 – Common Fertility Treatments and Their Limitations
15:57 – Investigating the Root Causes of Infertility ("Unexplained" = Uninvestigated)
21:13 – Barrier #1: Nutritional Deficiencies (cellular vs. blood testing)
25:14 – Folic Acid vs. Folate in Prenatal Supplements (genetic variants)
25:57 – Iron in Prenatal Vitamins: Do You Really Need It?
26:20 – Understanding Vitamin and Mineral Overload
26:47 – The Misconception of Prenatal Vitamins as Multivitamins
27:17 – Barrier #2: Chemical and Biological Toxicities
28:03 – Mycotoxins and Pregnancy (25% genetic variant revealed)
29:26 – Chemical Exposure and Detoxification Challenges
29:50 – Targeted Detoxification Tests (stop guessing, start testing)
32:09 – Barrier #3: Stress and Its Impact on Fertility
33:29 – Adrenal Health and Stress Management (feed and breed state)
37:36 – Epigenetics and Nutrigenomics (lifestyle changes gene expression)
41:13 – The Importance of Male Fertility (50%+ of fertility issues)
44:11 – Preparing for Pregnancy: Start NOW, Don't Wait
47:08 – Conclusion and Resources
🔗 Connect with Dr Carmel Wiseman:
🌐 Website: https://doctorcarmel.com/doctor-carmel-hphc
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