Optimizing Male Fertility: Preconception Nutrition & Immunity
Afrouz Demeri, ND
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Episode 114
Published July 22, 2025
In this episode, Dr. Demeri shares her journey into naturopathic medicine and her specialization in fertility. She emphasizes the importance of a team approach in fertility, highlighting the emotional labor often placed on women.
This discussion also covers:
- The intricate relationship between nutrition, mitochondrial health, and male fertility
- Specific nutrients like choline and vitamin D and how they play a role
- Individualized treatment plans and the value of DUTCH testing in understanding male fertility
- The importance of optimizing sperm quality, especially in the context of IVF
- How holistic approaches can optimize preconception care
Key Moments
00:00 Introduction to Naturopathic Medicine and Fertility
03:04 The Journey to Fertility Specialization
06:12 The Importance of a Team Approach in Fertility
09:02 Understanding Emotional Labor in Fertility
12:06 The Role of Nutrition and Lifestyle in Fertility
15:12 The Impact of Environmental Factors on Fertility
17:52 Nutritional Needs for Preconception Health
20:46 The Importance of Choline and Vitamin D
23:45 The Connection Between Fertility and Immune Health
26:52 Educating Future Generations on Fertility
29:59 Male Fertility and Hormonal Balance
32:49 The Role of Dutch Testing in Male Fertility
36:01 Individualizing Fertility Treatments
39:01 Conclusion and Future Directions in Fertility Care
39:37 The Nutritional Gap in Conventional Produce
40:51 Understanding Mitochondrial Health and Fertility
46:11 The Impact of Medications on Male Fertility
52:53 Nutrition's Role in Preconception Health
54:42 IVF and Sperm Quality Optimization
01:01:11 The Importance of Male Factor in Fertility
01:03:41 Cultural Perspectives on Nutrition and Fertility
About our speaker
Dr. Afrouz Demeri is a globally respected naturopathic doctor, women’s health expert, and a leading medical voice behind WeNatal. With over 18 years of clinical experience, she’s helped thousands of couples improve fertility and achieve healthy pregnancies. Formerly Director of Functional Medicine at UC Irvine, Dr. Afrouz is dedicated to empowering women and redefining whole-body healing—starting before conception. Her work with WeNatal pairs science-backed ingredients with her own clinical insights to deliver the most comprehensive prenatal approach – for both women and men.
Show Notes
Check out Dr. Demeri’s WeNatal Fertility Master Class and her course, Trimester Zero!
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Men's Health
Fertility
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
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