Episode 76

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9th Jun 2025

The Hidden Link Between Gallbladder, Liver & Thyroid Health | Why It’s Crucial for Fertility!

Why did I struggle to get pregnant after my gallbladder was removed?”

“Could my thyroid issues be connected to liver or bile flow?”

If you’ve ever asked questions like these, this episode will bring clarity and empowerment. 💡

In this deep-dive episode, we explore the complex but often ignored connection between the liver, gallbladder, and thyroid—and how this triad can drastically influence fertility, hormone regulation, digestion, and overall wellness.

🎙️ Our guest shares her personal journey with gallbladder removal, Hashimoto’s, and years of fertility struggles, revealing what she learned through years of research and clinical work. What starts as a discussion on bile and fat digestion becomes a holistic masterclass on how the body prepares itself to bring life into the world.

Joining me in this conversation is Divya. She specializes in helping busy professionals create healthier futures than their parents had. Through evidence-based functional nutrition and personalized wellness plans, she guides clients to overcome chronic health challenges and reclaim their vitality. Having navigated her own health journey through gallbladder removal and Hashimoto's while working in the corporate world, Divya understands firsthand the limitations of conventional medicine. This personal experience, combined with her extensive training, allows her to offer practical solutions that fit into demanding lifestyles. When she's not transforming clients' health, Divya enjoys hiking, cooking delicious meals, practicing yoga, and traveling to new places. She lives in San Jose, California, with her husband, 9-year-old child, and a newborn. Divya's vibrant life exemplifies the transformation she helps others achieve.

Connect with Divya and learn how you can reach your full health potential.

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In this episode, you’ll learn:

🔁 How thyroid hormones regulate liver and bile flow

🌿 Why a sluggish liver leads to hormonal imbalances

🧂 The vital role of bile in absorbing key fertility nutrients like vitamins A, D, E, and K

🧪 The subtle signs your gallbladder isn’t working (before pain even begins)

🥬 The power of bitter foods, hydration, and clean living to restore function

🧠 Why your body needs to feel “safe” before it allows pregnancy

📉 How estrogen dominance, PCOS, and heavy periods are often tied back to this root cause

Even if you no longer have a gallbladder, you’ll discover practical tips, supplements (like ox bile and TUDCA), and lifestyle shifts to help your body thrive. 🙌


💡 Key Takeaways:

  • Liver & gallbladder health directly affects hormone balance and fertility
  • Poor bile flow means poor absorption of essential vitamins
  • Low thyroid function often means sluggish digestion and gallbladder dysfunction
  • Early signs of bile dysfunction can include nausea after fatty meals, burping, and skin issues
  • The body must feel “safe” to conceive—and these organs play a huge role in that safety signal


Don't miss out on this in-depth episode filled with practical advice and inspiration to help you on 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!

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