Should You Be Fasting While Trying to Get Pregnant? | How Fasting Impacts Fertility and Hormones

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Fasting is a huge health trend, but should you be doing it if you’re trying to get pregnant? Dr. Natalie Crawford, Board-Certified OBGYN and REI, explains how fasting and insulin resistance affect your hormones, ovulation, and fertility. Many women turn to fasting for metabolic health, but few understand how it can impact the delicate communication between your brain and ovaries. Dr. Crawford breaks down the science behind fasting, how it influences insulin sensitivity, and what type of eating window best supports your hormones and fertility.

Questions Answered:

What is the connection between fasting and hormonal health?

How does the hypothalamus control hormone communication?

What is the role of FSH in the menstrual cycle?

How does estrogen interact with the brain during ovulation?

What is insulin's primary function in the body?

What causes insulin resistance?

How does insulin resistance impact fertility?

What is the difference between true fasting and time-restricted eating?

Why do women respond differently to fasting compared to men?

What are the risks of prolonged caloric restriction for women?

How long should a non-eating window typically be?

Is it okay to skip breakfast when trying to improve metabolic health?

What symptoms indicate that fasting might be harmful to fertility?

How can time-restricted eating improve hormonal health?

What strategies can help improve insulin sensitivity?