Episode 7: Interview With Dr. Geraldine Ekpo (Fertility and Fitness)Episode 7: Interview With Dr. Geraldine Ekpo (Fertility and Fitness)
Eat.Plank.Live Podcast
In this episode, we discuss the intersection of fitness and wellness with reproductive health for men and women along with strategies that couples can implement during this time of COVID-19 to cope and stay on their fertility journey. Dr. Geraldine...
44:58•13 Dec 2022
Balancing Fitness and Fertility: Dr. Geraldine Ekpo’s Expert Advice
“I'm helping people expand their families... I want to leave the earth feeling like I came, I worked hard, I did what I needed to do, I didn't have a negative impact on society, and that I left the world a better place for my child to grow in.”
Ever wondered how your fitness routine might be affecting your fertility? This episode of Eat.Plank.Live. dives deep into this intriguing topic with Dr. Geraldine Ekpo, a renowned physician at Laurel Fertility Care. Dr. Ekpo, who boasts an impressive background in biomedical engineering and medicine, shares her expertise on everything from IVF and egg freezing to the impact of nutrition and fitness on reproductive health.
She also offers practical strategies for couples navigating their fertility journey during the challenging times of COVID-19. Curious about how prenatal vitamins or even marijuana use could affect fertility? Dr. Ekpo covers that too, along with insights on COVID-19's impact on pregnancy. The episode wraps up with Dr. Ekpo discussing the importance of mentoring future doctors and finding personal motivation.
Whether you're looking to start a family or simply interested in the science of reproductive health, this conversation is packed with valuable information and heartfelt advice.
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