Episode 27

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16th Dec 2024

How Gut Health and Fertility Are Connected and WHY it matters

In this eye-opening episode of Egg Meets Sperm, Dr. Aumatma dives into one of the most underrated aspects of fertility: Gut health. Whether you're just starting your fertility journey or you're exploring holistic ways to optimize conception, this episode is packed with invaluable insights for you and your partner.

Fertility is a two-person journey, and gut health plays a pivotal role in supporting both male and female reproductive health. From understanding the connection between your microbiome and hormones to improving sperm quality naturally, we leave no stone unturned.

Join us in this episode is Dane Johnson.

Dane is the founder of CrohnsColitisLifestyle inspired by his life-threatening battle with Crohn’s/Colitis, which he reversed using natural practice. As a Board Certified Nutritionist and one of the most successful Crohn’s/Colitis coaches in the world, he has helped thousands around the world find their unique answer to IBD while building a community of supporters, doctors, and healers!

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • The vital link between gut health and fertility outcomes.
  • Why the quality of your protein matters: how to choose nutrient-rich options over harmful alternatives.
  • Surprising dietary factors that may be sabotaging your fertility, include reused oils and estrogen-promoting foods.
  • Tips for men: naturally boosting testosterone without compromising sperm production.
  • The psychological toll of fertility challenges and how to support each other when motivation wanes.

🔑 Key Takeaways for Couples Trying to Conceive:

  • Fertility isn’t just about physical health—it’s also about psychology, teamwork, and daily habits.
  • What you eat and how you approach lifestyle changes directly impact your ability to conceive and sustain a healthy pregnancy.
  • Why men’s fertility matters just as much as women’s—hear from someone who’s transformed their health and shares their journey.

Follow Dane on:

Instagram - @crohnscolitis_lifestyle / @danejohnson1

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CrohnsColitisLifestyle/

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👩‍⚕️ Why Listen to Egg Meets Sperm?

Dr. Aumatma brings nearly two decades of expertise as a holistic fertility doctor to help couples achieve their dream of parenthood naturally. This podcast combines cutting-edge research with actionable advice that’s easy to follow, making it the ultimate resource for anyone looking to optimize fertility holistically.

🎙️ How You Can Get Involved:

Do you have burning questions about fertility or health? Leave us a voice memo! Tell us what you love, what you’d like to hear more about, or what questions you want answered. We’ll feature your thoughts and questions in future episodes.

Let’s chat! I want to hear from you! Send me a voice memo with:

- what you loved

- what you want to see improve

- any guests you want me to bring on

- AND any questions you want me to cover on the podcast!

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🎧 Tune in now to transform your fertility journey!

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About the Podcast

Egg Meets Sperm
Because Fertility takes TWO.
Egg Meets Sperm: Because Fertility Takes Two.

Attention: Women and couples in their 30s & 40s, CEOs, high-achieving badasses. If you're struggling to conceive, there is likely a reason. On Egg Meets Sperm, Dr. Aumatma interviews leading experts in fertility & wellness to help you on your journey to parenthood.
Starting Season 3: Dr. Aumatma will also offer a short, informative masterclass. If you want to get answers to your burning questions, send them here: https://www.speakpipe.com/EggMeetsSpermPodcast

This podcast is for you if:
* You are a BADASS - which also means you're a high-achiever, sometimes with a tendency towards wanting control, being a "boss" and carrying the world on your shoulders
* "infertility" makes you feel powerless and hopeless
* You're not sure there's anything you can do to help get your pregnant
* You are seeking alternatives to IVF, IUI, and Ovulation induction
* Your hormones are all over the place
* You have been diagnosed with PCOS, Endometriosis, Unexplained infertility
* You've suffered from Pregnancy loss and were told it's normal
* You and your partner are a power couple that wants to bring an incredible child into this world
* You are into natural & holistic approaches
* You want to do everything in your power to get pregnant
* You have experienced a loss and are ready to take your power back

Let's GO! Let's get you FertileAF so that you can have the family you dream of!

About your host

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Aumatma Simmons