Everything You’ve Ever Wanted To Know About Fertility | Dr. Vinay Gunnala
EPISODE 29 | Even if you’re not struggling with fertility, you likely know someone who has had or is currently having difficulty conceiving. After my chat with fertility expert Dr. Vinay Gunnala, I now have an entirely different perspective on fertility, infertility, and the treatments available. Dr. Gunnala breaks down fertility-boosting lifestyle modifications, common signs of infertility, widespread misconceptions…and more! I know you’re gonna learn soooo much from him. Enjoy!!
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MINUTE-BY-MINUTE BREAKDOWN OF THE EPISODE:
- 4:03 – Dr. Gunnala’s background + what led him to become a fertility specialist
- 6:06 – What’s the definition of fertility? Of infertility?
- 7:02 – How long should someone wait before getting tested for infertility?
- 7:52 – What, exactly, happens to a woman’s fertility as she ages? And what about men?
- 10:16 – Does being on the birth control pill for years help a woman “save” eggs?
- 11:23 – Do most OBGYNs know a lot about fertility/infertility, or is it necessary to see a specialist?
- 12:47 – What’s the connection between miscarriages and fertility?
- 18:53 – Do fibroids affect fertility?
- 20:25 – Are regular periods an indicator of fertility?
- 25:37 – Is pelvic pain during menstruation normal, or can that point to infertility?
- 27:08 – Dr. Gunnala explains the connection between endometriosis and infertility
- 28:56 – Is infertility at all inherited?
- 29:55 – What are some of the causes of male infertility?
- 30:51 – Medical interventions for infertility beyond IVF
- 32:50 – Dr. Gunnala explains how to optimize fertility through diet & lifestyle choices
- 38:49 – The biggest misconceptions floating around out there, re: infertility
- 42:31 – Are there any supplements—besides prenatal vitamins—that can boost fertility?
- 43:52 – Dr. Gunnala’s most basic advice for anyone having fertility issues
- 45:45 – Is there any link between chronic stress and infertility?
- 47:16 – Can acupuncture help?
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