Beyond Hormones: Why Inflammation May Be Driving Poor Egg Quality and Miscarriage

We’re digging into egg health, inflammation, and the key factors that cause it.

We often hear about “low AMH” or “poor egg quality” without answers that go beneath the surface. In today’s episode, we explore a missing link that could be driving it all: chronic inflammation.

Whether you're dealing with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR), premature ovarian insufficiency (POI), or recurrent miscarriage, understanding inflammation’s role may be key to moving forward.

This episode is for anyone ready to connect the dots between lab results, symptoms, and what’s going on inside the body.

If you’ve been told everything is “normal,” but it doesn’t feel that way, this is your invitation to dig deeper with science, strategy, and a plan.

This episode is for you if:

You’re struggling with low AMH, diminished ovarian reserve (DOR), or poor egg quality.

You want to understand how inflammation could be impacting your fertility journey.

You’re looking for actionable insights to support egg health naturally through lab markers and lifestyle factors.

In this episode you'll learn:

How chronic inflammation affects egg quality, ovarian reserve, and miscarriage risk

Why low AMH isn’t the full story and what labs to ask for next

Key blood markers (like hs-CRP, homocysteine, and thyroid antibodies) that reveal hidden inflammation

The role of insulin resistance, thyroid imbalance, and nutrient deficiencies in ovarian aging

Practical strategies to reduce inflammation and improve egg health with a functional approach

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RESOURCES

"Your Labs Are Normal” But Are They? 20 Overlooked Blood Markers & Functional Tests to Improve Egg Quality & Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blogs/podcasts/your-labs-are-normal-but-are-they-20-overlooked-blood-markers-functional-tests-to-improve-egg-quality-fertility

Why Does It Matter If I Have Migraines and POI?: https://fabfertile.com/blogs/podcasts/why-does-it-matter-if-i-have-migraines-and-poi?_pos=2&_sid=27548216b&_ss=r

The Link Between Sleep and Fertility: Why Getting Enough Rest Matters:  https://fabfertile.com/blogs/podcasts/how-poor-sleep-could-be-sabotaging-your-egg-quality

Why Addressing Homocysteine Levels Can Boost Egg and Sperm Health: https://fabfertile.com/blogs/podcasts/why-addressing-homocysteine-levels-can-boost-egg-and-sperm-health?_pos=1&_sid=750cbcc5e&_ss=r

What Mood Swings, Sugar Cravings, Poor Sleep and Feeling Hangry Have to Do With Your Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blogs/podcasts/what-mood-swings-sugar-cravings-poor-sleep-and-feeling-hangry-has-to-do-with-your-fertility?_pos=11&_sid=02696b0e2&_ss=r

Why Genomic Testing Can Help With Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Birth Outcomes and Preconception Health:  https://fabfertile.com/blogs/podcasts/why-genomic-testing-can-help-with-recurrent-pregnancy-loss-birth-outcomes-and-preconception-health?_pos=10&_sid=8a66db686&_ss=r

Is Your Thyroid Impacting Egg Health? The Hidden Connection to Low AMH, DOR & Fertility Success:  https://fabfertile.com/blogs/podcasts/is-your-thyroid-impacting-egg-health-the-hidden-connection-to-low-amh-dor-fertility-success?_pos=6&_sid=96ccbdc87&_ss=r

Low AMH? Why 'Normal' Vitamin D Levels May Still Be Hurting Your Egg Quality:  https://fabfertile.com/blogs/podcasts/low-amh-why-normal-vitamin-d-levels-may-still-be-hurting-your-egg-quality?_pos=4&_sid=4de32e2e0&_ss=r

The Intricate Dance: Cholesterol, Statins, and Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blogs/education/the-intricate-dance-cholesterol-statins-and-fertility?_pos=1&_sid=2948a9d48&_ss=r