127. Fueling for Fertility: Nutrition to Conceive and Carry w/ Lily Nichols RDN Radically Genuine Podcast with Dr. Roger McFillin

Registered dietician nutritionist, author and fertility expert Lily Nichols provides guidance on the intricate world of fertility challenges and optimal nutrition. There is a significant disparity between existing prenatal guidelines and what is optimal for both the mother and the baby. In her latest book Real Food for Fertility, she shares the power of nutrition to optimize your fertility and ensure a healthy start for your future child. We highlight the concerning fertility crisis in the United States, and Lily sheds light on the pivotal role of protein intake in fertility, offering insights into recognizing symptoms of protein deficiency. The conversation extends to pregnancy and postpartum nutrition, where Lily navigates topics such as liver consumption, managing cravings, and debunking misconceptions surrounding seafood and mercury levels. Tune in as Lily Nichols provides invaluable guidance for navigating the complex landscape of fertility and nutrition.

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14:00 - Declining Global Fertility Rate — Exploring The Factors
29:00 - Study: U.S. dietary recommendations for protein intake are too low
34:00 - The Pineapple Fertility Story… Why Pineapple Core for Fertility When Trying to Conceive?
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36:00 - Brazil Nuts, a guy's 'essential' - IVF Babble
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44:00 - Liver and Organ Meat: Nutritional benefits & how to make it palatable - Lily Nichols RDN
56:00 - Can you eat too much fish during pregnancy? - Lily Nichols RDN
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1:09:00 - Protein Requirements of Healthy Lactating Women Are Higher Than the Current Recommendations - ScienceDirect
1:10:00 - Five Elements Diet: Eating Based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
1:22:00 - Vitamin B12 & Pregnancy: A nutrient crucial for your baby’s health - Lily Nichols RDN