The Preconception Revolution: A Science-Backed Approach to Fertility With Dr. Ann Shippy

Episode Highlights From Ann

• Why she decided to write this book on preconception health
• Surprising thing she’s found in her work as a functional medicine doctor 
• Decline in fertility isn’t just about age, there are some major biological and lifestyle factors behind the fertility decline 
• Top nutrients for building a healthy baby and for fertility 
• How the buildup of environmental toxins affects both fertility and children’s health long-term
• What we now know about epigenetics and how we can positively impact our children by dialing these things in before conception and during pregnancy 
• The way toxins can have a dramatic impact on the health of a baby and their future fertility 
• How plastic affects kids dramatically and why avoiding them is so helpful
• Sneaky sources of plastic exposure that can add up really quickly 
• Hidden sources of PFAS to watch out for 
• How we can optimize our mitochondrial function and why this piece is so important

Resources Mentioned

• The Preconception Revolution book
• Her website
• Follow Ann on Facebook or Instagram
• My posts on plastic dangers and alternatives
• Xtrema cookware

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