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Our holistic fertility podcast explores natural and integrative approaches to fertility. Through expert interviews and thoughtful discussions, we aim to empower listeners with knowledge about optimizing reproductive health through lifestyle, nutrition, acupuncture, and other holistic practices.
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Hormone Heroes

Dr. Kelly Hopkins

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Testimonials from real people who have experienced bio-identical hormone therapy. Men and women share the symptoms they have experienced and the difference proper hormone replacement has made. Men discuss the advantages of testosterone and women discuss the benefits of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone therapy. The roles of thyroid, adrenal health, insulin resistance, intermittent fasting, and micronutrients are also discussed.
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Send us a text Acupuncture and customized herbal medicine can enhance egg quality and live birth rates by promoting optimal reproductive health through improved ovarian function and hormonal balance. Acupuncture, by stimulating specific points, increases blood flow to the ovaries and uterus, and can enhance egg development and implantation conditio…
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Send us a text Are you struggling with infertility or recurrent miscarriage, searching for answers when everything seems "normal"? You're not alone, and a surprising factor might be at play: thyroid antibodies. Even when your thyroid hormone levels are technically within the "normal" range, the presence of these antibodies, specifically Thyroid per…
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Send us a text Acupuncture and herbal medicine, rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), offer holistic approaches to support pregnancy and reduce the risk of miscarriage by promoting physical and emotional balance. Acupuncture enhances blood flow to the uterus, regulates hormones, and reduces stress by stimulating specific points that influen…
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Send us a text Curious about the role of DHEA in boosting fertility and overall wellness? In this exciting episode, we dive deep into the science and benefits of DHEA, a powerful hormone that could be a game-changer for your reproductive health. Join us as we explore expert insights, real-life success stories, and practical tips for incorporating D…
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Send us a text Discover how acupuncture and herbal medicine can transform the fertility journey for women with PCOS on our latest podcast episode. Dive into expert insights from The Berkley Center for Reproductive Wellness, the first U.S. complementary medicine center dedicated to fertility, and learn how these evidence-based treatments reduce ovar…
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Send us a text Dr. Charles Virden, a pioneer in plastic and reconstructive surgery, joins us to unravel the multifaceted world of anti-aging medicine and hormone therapy. With over three decades of experience, Dr. Virden has seamlessly integrated innovative treatments into his practice in Reno, Nevada, and shares how a personal health crisis at age…
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Send us a text Discover how acupuncture is transforming modern fertility journeys! Acupuncture is unlocking higher take-home baby rates for hopeful parents by harmonizing the body’s energy and boosting reproductive health. Curious how this protocol can make such a profound difference? Dive into the fascinating science and inspiring success stories …
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Send us a text Ever had a doctor tell you "your labs are fine" when you knew something was wrong? You're not alone. This eye-opening conversation with functional medicine practitioners Melissa Donahue and Kristen Kirby reveals the critical health issues hiding beneath "normal" test results. The journey begins with Kristen's personal struggle—a medi…
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Send us a text Endometriosis is a common yet often misunderstood condition that can significantly impact fertility by causing inflammation, pelvic adhesions, and impaired implantation. For individuals trying to conceive, endometriosis can make the journey to parenthood particularly challenging. Acupuncture and herbal medicine offer valuable complem…
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Send us a text The Berkley Center for Reproductive Wellness takes a comprehensive and integrative approach to infertility treatment, focusing on both prevention and care for men and women. With a deep understanding of the mind-body connection, the Center combines the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine—including acupuncture and customized herbal…
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Send us a text Oxidative stress happens when harmful molecules called free radicals build up in the body and overwhelm our natural defenses. When this happens, it can damage the cells that make up eggs and sperm, leading to poor quality, lower fertilization rates, and reduced chances of a healthy pregnancy. Eggs may lose their ability to mature pro…
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Send us a text Acupuncture and customized herbal medicine can play an important role in helping women with PCOS start or grow their family. One of the challenges many women with PCOS face is chronic low-grade inflammation, which can interfere with hormone balance, ovulation, and egg quality. Acupuncture helps reduce this inflammation by calming the…
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Send us a text Acupuncture can often improve in vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes by enhancing uterine blood flow, reducing stress, and regulating hormones, which can create a more favorable environment for embryo implantation and pregnancy. A 2019 meta-analysis by Jo et al., published in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, foun…
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Send us a text After years of struggling with infertility, Nancy decided to incorporate acupuncture into her IVF protocol, hoping to boost her chances of conception. To her delight, after consistent acupuncture alongside her IVF treatments, Nancy received the life-changing news that she was finally pregnant. Overwhelmed with joy and gratitude, she …
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Send us a text Acupuncture, herbal medicine, and low-level light therapy (LLLT) can significantly enhance in vitro fertilization (IVF) success by optimizing reproductive health and supporting the body’s natural processes. Acupuncture improves blood flow to the uterus and ovaries, regulates hormonal balance, and reduces stress, creating a more recep…
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Send us a text Nancy, a 39-year-old woman, had struggled for years with the heartbreak of not being able to get pregnant. She tried everything—doctor after doctor, treatment after treatment—but nothing seemed to work. Just when she was about to give up, she discovered acupuncture with Mike Berkley, a fertility specialist known for his unique approa…
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Send us a text Combining Chinese herbal medicine with Western reproductive medicine can significantly enhance fertility outcomes by integrating holistic and evidence-based approaches. Chinese herbs, tailored to an individual’s specific imbalances, aim to regulate hormonal levels, improve ovarian function, and enhance blood flow to reproductive orga…
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Send us a text It all started about two and a half years ago when we decided to try for a baby naturally. I was 36 then, full of optimism. But month after month, nothing happened. After a year of trying, we went to a fertility specialist. The results were tough to hear: my follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) level was 21, and my anti-Müllerian hormo…
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Send us a text Acupuncture may improve IVF outcomes by enhancing physiological and psychological factors critical to fertility. The practice involves the stimulation of blood flow, the regulation of hormones, and the reduction of stress. Increased uterine blood flow can improve endometrial thickness, creating a more favorable environment for embryo…
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Send us a text Acupuncture has shown promising results in improving fertility outcomes for individuals undergoing reproductive treatments. Research indicates that this acupuncture can enhance blood flow to the reproductive organs, regulate hormonal imbalances, and reduce stress, all of which contribute to better fertility success rates. Studies hav…
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Send us a text Sperm DNA fragmentation refers to the presence of breaks or damage in the DNA strands within sperm cells, which can significantly impact male fertility. High levels of DNA fragmentation are associated with reduced sperm quality, impaired embryo development, and increased risk of miscarriage. Factors such as oxidative stress, advanced…
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Send us a text Environmental factors can significantly impact male fertility by affecting sperm quality and quantity. Exposure to toxins like pesticides, heavy metals, and industrial chemicals, often found in polluted air, water, or workplaces, can disrupt hormone levels and damage sperm production. Lifestyle factors, such as smoking, excessive alc…
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Send us a text Studies have demonstrated that acupuncture can enhance pregnancy and live birth rates in patients undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF). Research, including systematic reviews and meta-analyses, indicates that acupuncture, particularly when administered around the time of embryo transfer, may improve clinical pregnancy rates by up …
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Send us a text Fertilix, developed by CellOxess LLC, is a specialized antioxidant formulation designed to address male factor infertility caused by sperm oxidative DNA damage. This condition, often linked to oxidative stress from factors like poor nutrition, environmental toxins, or lifestyle habits, can impair sperm function and reduce fertility. …
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Send us a text Low-level light therapy (LLLT) has shown potential in enhancing human oocyte quality, which is critical for successful fertilization and embryonic development. By applying specific wavelengths of light, LLLT may improve mitochondrial function within oocytes, leading to increased ATP production and reduced oxidative stress, both of wh…
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Send us a text Lifestyle factors play a significant role in infertility, impacting both men and women’s reproductive health. Poor diet, excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, and high stress levels can disrupt hormonal balance, reduce sperm quality, and impair ovulation. Obesity or being underweight can also affect fertility by altering hormone le…
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Send us a text Recent studies have increasingly explored the role of acupuncture as an adjunct therapy to improve fertility outcomes, particularly in the context of in vitro fertilization (IVF) and embryo transfer (ET). A 2024 randomized controlled trial published in Frontiers in Endocrinology investigated the efficacy of electro-acupuncture on pre…
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Send us a text Welcome to our podcast, where we explore how modern fertility treatments and traditional wellness practices come together to create powerful results. Today, we're diving into the fascinating world of integrative fertility care, focusing on how one IVF center has embraced acupuncture and nutrition to boost their patients' success rate…
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Send us a text Mike Berkley, a renowned expert in reproductive medicine, seamlessly integrates Western medical principles with complementary approaches, particularly acupuncture, to support individuals and couples on their fertility journeys. With over 25 years of experience as a licensed acupuncturist and board-certified herbalist, Berkley has dev…
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Send us a text Acupuncture and customized herbal medicine can enhance blood flow to the uterus and ovaries, promoting optimal reproductive health. By stimulating specific acupuncture points, blood circulation is improved, delivering essential nutrients and oxygen to the uterine lining and ovarian follicles. This enhanced blood flow supports the dev…
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Send us a text Emily, a 34-year-old teacher from Brooklyn, had been trying to conceive for three years with no success. Diagnosed with endometriosis, she felt discouraged after multiple failed treatments. Referred to Dr. Stephen Somkuti at Ferny Fertility New York, Emily found his direct yet compassionate approach reassuring. Dr. Somkuti thoroughly…
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Send us a text Endometriosis is a chronic condition characterized by the growth of uterine-like tissue outside the uterus, often causing pelvic pain and fertility challenges. A key issue for affected women is the adverse effect on oocyte (egg) quality, complicating natural conception and assisted reproductive technologies (ART) like in vitro fertil…
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Send us a text The Berkley Center for Reproductive Wellness is excited to offer a free 30-minute consultation, providing an excellent opportunity to explore expert insights into your fertility journey. This no-cost session allows you to seek a second opinion and evaluate whether your current acupuncturist possesses the specialized knowledge and exp…
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Send us a text Your burning hot, tongue-tied moments, and middle-of-the-night anxiety might not be random quirks—they could be hormone deficiency symptoms your doctor is missing. Just ask Dr. Hope Honisberg, who at 38 was told she was "just getting old" when she couldn't remember basic medical terms during patient consultations. This eye-opening co…
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Send us a text Fertility challenges can be daunting, particularly when pursuing treatments like in vitro fertilization (IVF). While IVF is a cornerstone of assisted reproductive technology, its success rates are not guaranteed, often due to physiological barriers. Complementary medical interventions, including acupuncture, customized herbal medicin…
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Send us a text The quest for improved fertility can lead many down unexpected paths. Our latest deep dive explores a fascinating intersection between ancient practice and modern reproductive medicine—acupuncture's potential role in enhancing fertility through improved blood flow. We unpack the concept of uterine artery impedance—essentially the res…
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Send us a text Ever wondered what it's like to reclaim your energy, focus, and zest for life after menopause? This fascinating conversation with Debbie Shirey, a family nurse practitioner and clinical associate professor at Baylor University, takes you on a powerful journey through hormone optimization from both a professional and deeply personal p…
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Send us a text Oxidative stress, caused by an imbalance of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and antioxidants, damages egg and sperm cells by disrupting their cellular structures and functions. In eggs, excessive ROS can impair oocyte quality, damaging mitochondrial DNA, proteins, and lipids, which reduces developmental competence and increases the ris…
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Send us a text Acupuncture and herbal medicine can support pregnancy in patients with endometriosis by reducing inflammation and improving the endometrial lining. Acupuncture stimulates specific points on the body, promoting blood flow, reducing pelvic inflammation, and balancing hormones, which can alleviate endometriosis-related pain and enhance …
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Send us a text Sperm DNA fragmentation is a frequently overlooked sperm parameter that can significantly impact male fertility, even when standard semen analysis results—such as count, motility, and morphology—appear normal. DNA fragmentation refers to breaks or damage in the genetic material within sperm cells, which can impair the sperm's ability…
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Send us a text Incorporating acupuncture and herbal medicine into an IVF protocol can enhance the chances of pregnancy by addressing both physical and emotional factors that influence fertility. Acupuncture promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and improves blood flow to the reproductive organs, creating a more favorable environment for embryo impla…
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Send us a text Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine have been shown to effectively enhance libido by addressing the root causes of low desire—such as hormonal imbalance, poor circulation, stress, and fatigue—without causing unwanted side effects. These time-tested therapies work by restoring balance to the body’s systems, improving energy flow, …
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Send us a text Welcome to this captivating podcast, where we delve into the compelling evidence behind the effectiveness of acupuncture and herbal medicine in boosting fertility rates. Join us as we explore the groundbreaking work of experts like Mike Berkley, a trailblazer in reproductive wellness, who has transformed the lives of countless indivi…
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