Why Fertility Is Declining: Environmental Toxins, Lifestyle & What to Do | Dr. Ann Shippy

About this episode

Dr. Ann Shippy joins Courtney Swan to discuss the impact of environmental toxins on fertility and ways to support reproductive health.

292: I’m joined by Dr. Ann Shippy to explore a topic that’s often overlooked when it comes to fertility: the role of environmental toxins and how they impact our bodies long before pregnancy. We talk about preconception health, lowering your toxic load, and simple ways to support your hormones and overall well-being. If you’re thinking about having kids—or just want to better understand your body—this episode offers a more holistic approach to fertility and long-term health. Topics Discussed: → Preconception health and how to prepare your body for pregnancy → Environmental toxins and their impact on fertility → Hormone balance and reproductive health → Detoxification and lowering your toxic load → Lifestyle habits that support fertility and long-term health Sponsored By: → Manukora | Head to https://manukora.com/REALFOODOLOGY to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! → Timeline | Support your cells and how you age with Mitopure® Gummies from Timeline. Visit https://timeline.com/Realfoodology and save up to 39% off your Mitopure® Gummies.. → Cowboy…

People in this episode

Host: Courtney Swan

Guest: Dr. Ann Shippy

Topics covered

• fertility
• environmental toxins
• preconception health
• hormone balance
• detoxification
• lifestyle habits

Keywords

• fertility
• environmental toxins
• preconception health
• hormone balance
• detoxification
• toxic load
• lifestyle habits

Sponsors

Manukora, Timeline, Cowboy Colostrum, Our Place

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