Why This One Change Matters For Low AMH/High FSH

We're digging into why gluten matters if you have low AMH/high FSH.

Most people with low AMH/high FSH have made some dietary changes.

You’ve probably changed your diet. You may even have reduced gluten, and maybe you didn’t notice any difference in your health.

If you have digestive symptoms after consuming gluten, consider yourself fortunate because you know for sure there is a correlation.

But most of us don’t have digestive problems. Not everyone experiences bloating, burping, gas, constipation and/or diarrhea with gluten.

There are other health complaints that we may experience that are common but definitely not normal.

As you may know, I was diagnosed with primary ovarian insufficiency at 28 and had both my kids with donors' eggs. Much later, I discovered food sensitivities, gut infections, and chronic stress were the cause of my infertility.

I had no idea that gluten was a problem for my health until years later. Looking back, the symptoms were there – bloating, dark circles under my eyes (an indicator of food sensitivity), acne, dizziness, mood swings, keratosis pilaris (also known as chicken skin on the back of my arms – exfoliation didn’t help), and of course infertility.

We specialize in low AMH, high FSH, diminished ovarian reserve, and primary ovarian insufficiency.

A customized diet is essential, and determining if gluten needs to go is one of the first places we start.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why it is important to go gluten-free when we are TTC
The problem with consuming gluten during pregnancy and the potential risks for the child
The difference between celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity
The connection between autoimmune diseases and gluten i.e. Hashimoto’s and irritable bowel disease
Best test for gluten sensitivity
Supplements to help with gluten exposure

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HIGHLIGHTS:

3:37 WELCOME BRANDY BUSKOW

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4:38 WHY WE’RE TALKING ABOUT GLUTEN

My history with non-celiac gluten sensitivity

5:48 WHY BOTH PARTNERS SHOULD GO GLUTEN-FREE WHEN TTC

Every human that consumes gluten or wheat will experience some degree of intestinal permeability.
Why we should carefully consider whether it’s worth including gluten in your diet
Understanding gluten’s role in developing leaky gut
What happens in your body when you have leaky gut
Research on the effects of gluten on the body
Gluten and Intestinal Permeability Study: Hollon, J., Puppa, E. L., Greenwald, B., Goldberg, E., Guerrerio, A., & Fasano, A. (2015). Effect of gliadin on permeability of intestinal biopsy explants from celiac disease patients and patients with non-celiac gluten sensitivity. Nutrients, 7(3), 1565–1576.

10:11 CELIAC DISEASE & NON-CELIAC GLUTEN SENSITIVITY

Differentiating between celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity
A negative celiac test doesn’t mean an automatic green light.
The gold standard for testing your gluten sensitivity
The impact of consuming gluten while pregnant
You want to treat your body the best way you can while you’re pregnant.

13:43 TESTING OPTIONS FOR CELIAC DISEASE AND GLUTEN SENSITIVITY

Commonly used tests for celiac disease
Why it’s important to work with a practitioner to assess your sensitivity
How our elimination diet works
The key markers and symptoms we track for with our clients
Get Pregnant Naturally | Episode 407: The Ultimate Diet For Egg And Sperm Health
How stool testing can be used to determine whether you’re experiencing gluten sensitivity

17:38 AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE AND GLUTEN

How the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) diet works
Success stories of the AIP diet
The connection between gluten and autoimmune disease
The top cross-reactors of gluten
Why it might be a good idea to do testing for gluten cross-reactors
Get Pregnant Naturally | Episode 206: Can The AIP Diet Help With Low AMH/High FSH?
Get Pregnant Naturally | Episode 111: AIP Diet For Hashimoto’s And Why This Matters If You Are TTC

24:07 STRATEGIES FOR HEALING

Factors that influence how long it takes for the gut to heal
My gut healing journey
High levels of stress can cause a leaky gut.

27:40 GLUTEN HIDING SPOTS

Gluten-free versus gluten-light
Sauces, vitamins and other surprising gluten hiding spots you might not recognize at first
How you can check your medications for gluten
Alternatives to try for common gluten-containing foods
Even if there’s a small amount of wheatgrass, if you’re very sensitive to gluten, you are going to react to that.
Tips for identifying gluten under other names on labels
Wheat is like a glue.

32:42 YOUR THYROID & GLUTEN

It’s very common for people with thyroid issues to also be extremely sensitive to gluten.
Why we don’t recommend gluten or dairy for women having thyroid issues
Because gluten impacts the gut, it can make it harder for your body to convert thyroid hormone

34:57 MINIMIZING YOUR EXPOSURE TO GLUTEN WHEN EATING OUT

What to do before going out to eat
How to talk to restaurant staff about your gluten sensitivity
It’s worth it to push past the discomfort and ensure your meal is gluten-free.
How to stay gluten free while travelling
It can be fun, it’s not about deprivation
As you start to see how food impacts your body, it’s like wow!
WheatRescue™
Allergenza

39:03 THEMES THAT WE SEE WITH OUR FERTILITY CLIENTS

Non-celiac gluten sensitivity in both women and men
Why couples should go on the gluten-free journey together
This is one step that can have a big impact and make a big difference.

40:26 DIGESTIVE ISSUES AND BEYOND

Gluten can have a big impact on your mental health
The wide-ranging issues that gluten can cause in your body
Not having gas and bloating doesn’t mean you don’t have an issue with gluten.
The types of issues that can be improved by changing your diet
If you have an autoimmune disease, looking at your diet is key

42:34 FINAL THOUGHTS

Encouragement for those who feel overwhelmed about going gluten free

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