EP 279 Is “Unexplained Infertility” an Acceptable Diagnosis‪?‬ The Wholesome Fertility Podcast

On today’s episode of The Wholesome Fertility Podcast, Dr. Briguglio, a fertility health expert, shares her passion for empowering patients and addressing the challenges of unexplained infertility and overreliance on IVF. She emphasizes the importance of comprehensive testing and addressing root causes to improve fertility health. Dr. Briguglio also discusses the interconnectedness of physical and mental health and the significance of individualized testing in the initial consultation. Additionally, she highlights the importance of iron and ferritin levels and addresses the challenges of vegan diets and cholesterol.
 
In this conversation, Dr. Samantha Briguglio discusses the role of cholesterol and inflammation in health. She emphasizes that cholesterol is not the villain it is often portrayed to be and that it is needed for hormone production. Dr. Briguglio advocates for a balanced approach to diet and lifestyle, focusing on sleep, diet, and movement. She encourages individuals to find their own natural path to healing and emphasizes the importance of empowering people with information.
 
Takeaways
Comprehensive testing and addressing root causes are crucial for improving fertility health. The physical and mental aspects of health are interconnected, and addressing both is important for fertility. Individualized testing and a holistic approach are key in the initial consultation. Iron and ferritin levels play a significant role in fertility health, and vegan diets may present challenges in obtaining necessary nutrients. Cholesterol is not the villain it is often portrayed to be and is needed for hormone production. Nourishing the liver and eating enough fiber can support healthy cholesterol levels. A balanced approach to diet and lifestyle, focusing on sleep, diet, and movement, is crucial for overall health. Empowering individuals with information allows them to make informed choices about their health.  
 
Dr. Samantha Briguglio is a licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor and the founder of Walk the Natural Path Hormone Health and Fertility Care.
 
Dr. Briguglio has a passion for helping women achieve their wellness and/or fertility goals, and she treats – and teaches – her patients from a mindset of natural healing that treats the root cause of their symptoms.
 
Website: www.walkthenaturalpath.com
 
Instagram @walkthenaturalpath
 
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For more information about Michelle, visit www.michelleoravitz.com
 
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Transcript:
 
Chapters
 
00:00 Introduction and Passion for Fertility Health
04:09 Passion for Empowering Patients
07:07 Challenges with Unexplained Infertility and Overreliance on IVF
11:03 Importance of Comprehensive Testing and Addressing Root Causes
16:35 Interconnectedness of Physical and Mental Health
24:06 Importance of Iron and Ferritin Levels
25:56 Challenges with Vegan Diets and Cholesterol
26:52 The Role of Cholesterol and Inflammation
30:05 Nourishing the Liver and Eating Fiber
35:03 The Importance of Sleep, Diet, and Movement
37:34 Finding Balance in Diet and Lifestyle
43:20 Empowering People with Information
45:30 The Inspiration Behind Walk the Natural Path
 
Michelle (00:00)
Welcome to the podcast, Dr. Brigulio, right? Brigulio is how you pronounce it, or Sammy, right? Awesome. Dr. B, awesome. So first of all, I love your Instagram. I'm going to say that. You guys got to check out her Instagram. It's going to be in the episode notes. I kind of want to lead with that because she has fabulous content, really rich with information and tips.
 
Samantha Briguglio (00:05)
Yes, you did that nicely. Or Dr. Bean. It's easie