Andrew Huberman: How Women Can Improve Their Fertility & Hormone Health | Dr. Natalie Crawford

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Key Takeaways

• Track menstrual cycles using apps or basal body temperature to identify ovulation patterns.
• Prioritize sleep (7-9 hours nightly) to regulate reproductive hormones like progesterone and estrogen.
• Reduce stress with breathwork or meditation—chronic stress elevates cortisol, disrupting fertility.
• Optimize nutrition: Eat iron-rich foods (spinach, red meat) and omega-3s (salmon, walnuts) to support egg health.
• Limit endocrine disruptors: Avoid BPA plastics, parabens in cosmetics, and non-organic produce with pesticides.

Supplements & Protocols Mentioned

• Prenatal vitamins (with methylfolate, not folic acid) – start 3+ months pre-conception.
• CoQ10 (200-300 mg/day) – may improve egg quality by reducing oxidative stress.
• Vitamin D (2000-5000 IU/day) – critical if levels are below 40 ng/mL (test first).

Notable Quotes

“Fertility isn’t just about getting pregnant—it’s a window into overall metabolic and hormonal health.”

Bottom Line

Start tracking cycles, improve sleep/stress/nutrition, and consider targeted supplements (prenatals, CoQ10, vitamin D) for 3+ months before trying to conceive.

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