The Dylan Gemelli Podcast

Episode #90 Featuring Dr. Ann Shippy!  The ULTIMATE Guide to Fertility!  Why are fertility rates declining?? How much do environmental toxins effect fertility? The impact of stress and more!

Feb 13, 2026
Dr. Ann Shippy, a board-certified internist and functional/environmental medicine pioneer focused on preconception health. She explores the preconception window and how toxins harm fertility. Nutrition and male sperm quality get rapid attention. Stress, trauma and hormone balance are linked to declining fertility. Practical testing and lifestyle fixes are highlighted.
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ADVICE

Test For Hidden Toxins Now

  • Test toxin levels proactively; hidden exposures exist even in people who think they 'do everything right.'
  • Men can improve sperm quality in weeks by switching from processed to fresh foods and reducing exposures.
ADVICE

Improve Sperm Quality In Weeks

  • Improve sperm quality quickly by replacing processed foods with fresh whole foods; changes can appear within weeks.
  • Prioritize cooking and fresh meals to gain measurable reproductive benefit fast.
INSIGHT

Stress Changes Fertility Biology

  • Stress management affects fertility via hormone, microbiome, and mitochondrial changes.
  • Small practices like five–ten minutes of meditation can shift hormones and cellular health meaningfully.
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