A Deep Dive into Root Cause Fertility with Dr. Elisa Yao, M.D.

26/10/2025 55 min Temporada 1 Episodio 5

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Up to 30% of women are told they have “unexplained infertility.” But is it really unexplained—or just under-investigated?In this episode, Dr. Elisa Yao, a wholistic fertility phsician, and Teresa Ge, founder of Solunar Wellness, unpack the hidden causes of infertility, the role of hormones like progesterone, the power of functional medicine, and why cycle tracking is the true EKG of women’s reproductive health.A must-listen for anyone seeking clarity, hope, and a root-cause roadmap to natural fertility.00:00 – Introduction: Why so many “normal” labs aren’t telling the full story01:30 – The truth about “unexplained infertility” and what’s often missing in standard workups03:00 – What most fertility labs overlook and how comprehensive testing changes outcomes05:30 – The role of progesterone: PMS, mood, sleep, and early pregnancy loss07:45 – How stress steals progesterone—and what that means for conception10:40 – Building trust with your body: listening to early wellness signals12:00 – The “Holistic Fertility” approach: combining functional and restorative reproductive medicine16:30 – Fatigue, bloating, and hidden imbalances: how gut health affects fertility20:00 – Food as medicine: Dr. Yao’s “3 No’s and 3 Yes’s” fertility diet27:00 – The truth about Diet Coke, sugar, and sperm quality30:00 – Real patient stories: restoring DHEA and natural conception success33:00 – The mind-body connection: managing stress, grief, and self-doubt during infertility36:00 – The best fertility tracking apps and why most are inaccurate42:00 – Period clues: what shorter, lighter cycles and color changes reveal47:00 – Improving egg and sperm quality—even after 4050:00 – Why IVF isn’t the only path—and the science behind holistic fertility52:00 – For career-driven women: preserving fertility and being proactive55:00 – Getting started with holistic care and cycle tracking56:40 – Closing reflections: empowerment, science, and hopeThis episode is brought to you by Solunar Wellness, an AI-powered platform blending traditional Chinese medicine and modern science to decode your body’s rhythm.Whether you’re a woman optimizing fertility or a clinic seeking better wellness outcomes, we personalize solutions that work.Explore more at https://solunarwellness.com/