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In this episode of Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations, I spoke with Aimee Raupp, a fertility expert, licensed acupuncturist, Chinese medicine practitioner, and the author of Yes, You Can Get Pregnant. This conversation is especially meaningful to me because I share my own journey with premature ovarian insufficiency (POI), low anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH), Hashimoto’s, and becoming pregnant naturally at age 43 after being told that donor eggs were my only option.
Aimee and I discuss why many of the messages women receive about fertility after 35 may be outdated and unnecessarily discouraging. We explore the growing body of research suggesting that ovarian aging is influenced by much more than chronological age, including mitochondrial health, inflammation, immune dysfunction, insulin resistance, environmental toxins, and blood flow to the ovaries. We also dive into the connection between Hashimoto’s, premature ovarian insufficiency, endometriosis, and unexplained infertility, along with emerging therapies that are giving many women renewed hope.
If you’ve ever been told your AMH is too low, your biological clock has run out, or your only option is IVF with donor eggs, I hope this episode reminds you that your diagnosis is not necessarily your destiny. While there are never guarantees, understanding and addressing the root causes affecting fertility may open doors that many women never knew existed.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- Why the “fertility cliff” may not be as steep as we’ve been told. Aimee explains why current research suggests ovarian aging is influenced by mitochondrial function, inflammation, and the environment surrounding the egg – not just your birthday. She also discusses why many women over 40 still have healthy eggs and the need to treat fertility issues more holistically.
- How Hashimoto’s, premature ovarian insufficiency, and endometriosis are often connected. We discuss how autoimmune disease, chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, and endometriosis can all contribute to fertility challenges, and why identifying the underlying cause is far more valuable than focusing on a single lab marker like AMH.
- Why optimizing your health matters more than chasing “perfect” lab numbers. We cover thyroid hormone optimization, anti-inflammatory nutrition, gut health, environmental toxin reduction, nervous system regulation, and key nutrients that can support both fertility and overall health.
- The exciting new science behind ovarian rejuvenation and regenerative medicine. Aimee discusses the latest research on ovarian PRP, stem cell therapies, mitochondrial support, peptides, GLP-1 medications, and other emerging approaches that may help improve egg quality and ovarian function in some women.
- Why ovarian health is about much more than having a baby. We explore the growing evidence that healthy ovaries play an important role in longevity, cardiovascular health, bone health, and healthy aging – and why ovarian function is an important focus even for women who aren’t planning to become pregnant.
- Why individualized care always wins. Whether we’re talking about Chinese herbal medicine, supplements, hormone therapy, or fertility treatments, we discuss why root-cause medicine and personalized protocols consistently outperform one-size-fits-all recommendations.
Yes, You Can Get Pregnant: Natural Ways to Improve Your Fertility Now and Into Your 40s – Revised Edition
Here’s an incredible resource for you if you’re trying to conceive or want to better understand how to support your reproductive health. Drawing on her decades of clinical experience plus the latest research, Aimee offers a practical, holistic roadmap to optimizing fertility through nutrition, lifestyle, and targeted testing. Whether you’re just beginning your fertility journey, navigating IVF, or looking for answers after pregnancy loss, you’ll find actionable strategies that help you feel informed, empowered, and supported – every step of the way. Grab your copy of Yes, You Can Get Pregnant: Natural Ways to Improve Your Fertility Now and Into Your 40s.
Freebies
- Take Aimee’s fertility quiz for access to more free fertility resources
Connect with Aimee Raupp
- Grab a copy of the most recent revision of her book Yes, You Can Get Pregnant (Revised Edition). This is a comprehensive guide to optimizing fertility naturally, including updated research on ovarian aging, IVF, mitochondrial health, ovarian rejuvenation, and fertility after 35
- Connect with Aimee on her website, Instagram, TikTok, and Substack
Programs and Resources
- Ovarian PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) – A regenerative medicine procedure that uses your own concentrated platelets to support ovarian function, egg quality, and fertility outcomes.
- Stem Cell-Based Ovarian Rejuvenation – An emerging regenerative therapy being investigated for its potential to stimulate dormant ovarian stem cells and improve ovarian function.
- Functional Medicine Testing – Comprehensive testing used to evaluate gut health, inflammation, nutritional deficiencies, hormone balance, and other contributors to fertility.
- Complete Thyroid Panel – A comprehensive evaluation of thyroid function that includes thyroid antibodies and is essential when assessing fertility in people with Hashimoto’s. You can self-order one through Ulta Labs.
- Mira Fertility Monitor – An at-home hormone testing system that tracks reproductive hormones throughout the menstrual cycle.
- Hair Mineral Analysis – A laboratory assessment that can help evaluate mineral status and potential heavy metal exposure.
- Environmental Toxin Testing – Urine, blood, and other laboratory assessments that may help identify exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals.
- Hysteroscopy – A diagnostic procedure used to evaluate the uterus for scar tissue, fibroids, polyps, and other structural issues that may affect fertility.
- Traditional Chinese Medicine – A personalized medical system using herbal medicine, acupuncture, tongue diagnosis, and pulse diagnosis to address root causes of reproductive health concerns.
- The Egg Quality Diet: A clinically proven 100-day fertility diet to balance hormones, reduce inflammation, improve egg quality & optimize your ability to get & stay pregnant – Aimee Raupp’s nutrition program focused on reducing inflammation and optimizing fertility through a nutrient-dense elimination diet.
- Body Belief: How to Heal Autoimmune Diseases, Radically Shift Your Health, and Learn to Love Your Body More
– Aimee Raupp’s book exploring the connection between emotional health, nervous system regulation, inflammation, and autoimmune disease. - Study on LLT and infertility – Personal Overview of the Application of LLLT in Severely Infertile Japanese Females
Supplements and Medications Mentioned
- Selenium – An essential mineral commonly used to support healthy thyroid antibody levels. Consider Pure Encapsulations Selenium.
- Myo-Inositol – A nutrient frequently used to support insulin sensitivity, ovarian function, and fertility. Consider Rootcology Myo-Inositol Powder.
- Omega-3 Fish Oil – Supports healthy inflammatory balance and reproductive health. Consider Pure Encapsulations EPA/DHA Essentials.
- DHEA – A hormone that has been studied for premature ovarian insufficiency and diminished ovarian reserve.
- Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN) – An immune-modulating medication often used to support autoimmune conditions.
- GLP-1 Medications – Medications being investigated for their potential effects on inflammation, insulin resistance, mitochondrial function, endometriosis, and fertility.
- Progesterone – A hormone therapy that should be used based on individualized testing rather than self-prescribing.
- Vitamin D – An important nutrient commonly evaluated during fertility assessments. Consider Designs for Health Vitamin D Supreme.
- NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) – A precursor to glutathione that supports antioxidant defenses and mitochondrial health. Consider Rootcology Pure N-Acetyl-Cysteine.
- Glutathione – The body’s master antioxidant that supports detoxification and cellular health. Consider Pure Encapsulations Liposomal Glutathione.
- CoQ10 – A mitochondrial nutrient commonly recommended to support egg quality. Consider Pure Encapulations CoQ10.
- NMN (Nicotinamide Mononucleotide) – A precursor to NAD+ that may support mitochondrial function.
- PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone) – A compound that supports mitochondrial biogenesis and function.
- Ergothioneine – A naturally occurring antioxidant being studied for healthy aging and mitochondrial support.
- Apigenin – A plant flavonoid investigated for longevity and mitochondrial health.
- Astaxanthin – A potent antioxidant that may help reduce oxidative stress.
- Rapamycin – A medication currently being studied for its potential effects on ovarian aging and mitochondrial function. Here is the rapamycin study mentioned in the podcast: Ribosome dysregulation and intervention in age-related infertility.
- Sermorelin – A peptide therapy discussed as an emerging area of interest in fertility and healthy aging.
- Magnesium – A foundational mineral that supports numerous metabolic and detoxification pathways. Consider Rootcology Magnesium Citrate Powder.
Lifestyle Therapies to Support Fertility
- Castor oil packs – A traditional wellness practice recommended as part of a comprehensive lifestyle approach to support circulation, relaxation, and the body’s natural detoxification pathways.
- Sauna therapy – A heat therapy discussed as one strategy to help reduce the body’s toxic burden and support natural detoxification. Consider the Sunlighten Solo System Portable Sauna.
- Low-level laser therapy (Cold Laser Therapy) – A therapy being studied for its ability to improve mitochondrial function. Here’s a study on the Safety and Efficacy of Low-Level Laser Therapy in Autoimmune Thyroiditis.
- Reducing Environmental Toxin Exposure – Minimizing exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals such as glyphosate, BPA, PFAS, and parabens, can help reduce inflammation and support reproductive health.
- Organic, Whole-Food Nutrition – Reducing exposure to toxins while following a nutrient-dense, minimally processed diet may support fertility and mitochondrial health.
- Sleep and Circadian Rhythm Support – Healthy sleep habits like reducing blue light exposure and aligning with natural circadian rhythms can support hormone balance, nervous system regulation, mitochondrial function, and overall reproductive health.
- Mitochondrial Health – Supported via nutrition, movement, stress reduction, toxin reduction, and restorative sleep; may help promote ovarian health.
Articles and Other Resources
- The Thyroid and Fertility
- 14 Ways Birth Control Pills Rob Us of Our Health
- Best Advice from Hashimamas
- Hashimoto’s and Pregnancy
- Estrogen Dominance as a Trigger for Hashimoto’s
- Low Dose Naltrexone and Hashimoto’s
- Podcast Episode – Preconception Revolution: A Science-Backed Path to Fertility & Generational Health with Dr. Ann Shippy
- Podcast Episode – Fertility Secrets: What Doctors Don’t Tell You About Baby Making – Dr. Aumatma Simmons
- Book by Dr. Izabella Wentz – Finding and Treating the Root Cause of IBS
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About Our Host
Dr. Izabella Wentz
Dr. Izabella Wentz is a compassionate, innovative, solution-focused integrative pharmacist dedicated to finding the root causes of chronic health conditions. Her passion stems from her own diagnosis of Hashimoto’s thyroiditis in 2009, following a decade of debilitating symptoms.
Dr. Izabella Wentz has written several best-selling books, including the New York Times bestseller Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis: Lifestyle Interventions for Finding and Treating the Root Cause, the protocol-based #1 New York Times bestseller Hashimoto’s Protocol: A 90-Day Plan for Reversing Thyroid Symptoms and Getting Your Life Back, the Wall Street Journal bestseller Hashimoto’s Food Pharmacology: Nutrition Protocols and Healing Recipes to Take Charge of Your Thyroid Health, and Adrenal Transformation Protocol. Her latest book, IBS: Finding and Treating the Root Cause of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, is now out in the world, and available here!
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About Our Guest
Aimee Raupp, MS, LAc, is a leading fertility expert, women’s health advocate, acupuncturist, and bestselling author dedicated to helping women improve egg quality, balance hormones, and optimize their ability to get and stay pregnant – naturally or with IVF.
She is the author of four books on fertility and women’s wellness, drawing on two decades of clinical practice, blending evidence-based medicine with holistic approaches to offer readers a clear, proven fertility framework that has supported thousands of women worldwide.
With more than two decades of clinical experience, Aimee works with clients worldwide through virtual fertility coaching programs, and also provides acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine in her New York and Connecticut clinics. She holds a Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Rutgers University, and advanced training in neuroscience, biochemistry, and nutritional science.
Aimee is also the founder of Aimee Raupp Beauty, a line of non-toxic, hormone-safe skincare, and the co-founder of Rejoova, a scientifically backed fertility supplements company supporting egg quality, sperm health, and reproductive wellness.
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