9. Unexplained Infertility, Hormone Health & Fertility Optimization with Laura Ligos

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Healthy Buzz: Real Talk on Hormones, Gut Health & Women’s Wellness

Brandee Hommerding

20 episodes

5 days ago

Healthy Buzz is the unfiltered podcast for women who are done with generic and outdated health advice. Hosted by Certified Nutrition Therapy Practitioner, Brandee Hommerding, we get real about hormone health, gut issues, and sustainable nutrition — with expert interviews, vulnerable conversations, and practical tips you can actually use. This isn’t about wellness trends or quick fixes — it’s about sustainable, science-backed strategies for women who want to feel vibrant without the burnout, guilt, or BS. Start taking back control of your health — one unfiltered conversation at a time.

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9. Unexplained Infertility, Hormone Health & Fertility Optimization with Laura Ligos

Healthy Buzz: Real Talk on Hormones, Gut Health & Women’s Wellness

52 minutes 10 seconds

2 months ago

9. Unexplained Infertility, Hormone Health & Fertility Optimization with Laura Ligos

Being told you have “unexplained infertility” can feel devastating, and for many women, it’s a diagnosis that comes with more questions than answers.

In this episode I am joined by Laura Ligos, a registered dietitian nutritionist specializing in fertility optimization, women’s hormone health, and functional nutrition.

As a mom of two who’s personally experienced the emotional and physical challenges of conception, Laura helps women dig deeper when conventional fertility testing comes up short. She partners with clients and their fertility teams to uncover overlooked factors, from nutrient deficiencies and hidden inflammation to male fertility issues, so couples can improve outcomes naturally or with assisted reproduction.

In this episode:

What “unexplained infertility” really means, and why it’s often a sign of incomplete investigation
The fertility tests most women aren’t getting, but should be
How cycle timing and proper hormone testing days can change the picture completely
Why male factor infertility accounts for 50% of cases (and how sperm health has declined over the decades)
The impact of nutrient deficiencies (iodine, vitamin D, iron, B12, folate, choline) on egg and sperm quality
The importance of the 90-day fertility optimization window for both partners before trying to conceive or starting IVF
How to advocate for yourself with your fertility team so nothing is overlooked

If you’re navigating infertility, preparing for IVF, or simply want to improve your reproductive health, this episode is packed with insights you can take to your provider—and use to feel empowered in your journey.

Connect with Laura:

Fertility Optimization Checklist: https://the-sassy-dietitian.kit.com/82a8b41d17

Website: http://www.thesassydietitian.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesassydietitian

Interested in delicious, high-protein recipes? Download your 7-day high-protein plan here: https://bcw.beecollectivewellness.com/high-protein-recipes

Connect with me:

Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/beecollectivewellness/