Episode 33: Fertility Foundations: Nutrition, Lifestyle and Beyond with Sandra Greenbank

 

Sandra Greenbank is a fertility nutritional therapist and founder of the Fertility Nutrition Center. Sandra has 12-years experience working with countless women to get to the root cause of their fertility issues and achieve the healthy pregnancy and baby they didn’t think was possible. 

In this episode, Nicole invites Sandra onto the show to explore the importance of identifying ovulation, diet modifications, reducing lifestyle stressors, addressing autoimmunity’s impact on fertility and practical tips for improving fertility.

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Timestamps:

[03:58] The power of nutrition

[09:14] Understanding and enhancing fertility naturally

[19:08] Addressing autoimmunity and its impact on fertility

[24:03] PCOS and fertility

[27:11] Launching the fertility nutrition centre

[32:52] Navigating postpartum challenges and thyroid issues

[36:30] Advocating for your health

[41:06] Fertility tips: preparing for pregnancy with confidence

[46:25] Finding balance in life and fertility

[50:30] Connecting with fertility resources and support

 
In terms of autoimmunity, we see a lot of undiagnosed thyroid disorders, particularly in women, but it’s also really important for men to keep on top of that because it does impact your fertility significantly.
— SANDRA GREENBANK
 

Essential learnings from this episode…

  • The importance of addressing common health issues such as thyroid problems, fatigue, and autoimmunity

  • The role of lifestyle factors and how they can affect reproductive health

  • Preparing the body for pregnancy, including checking for nutrient deficiencies, ensuring a balanced diet, and managing stress levels

  • Why it’s vital we maintain a balance between nourishing the body and enjoying life

 
 

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