Episode #16: Join us for an insightful discussion with Courtney Say, a functional fertility specialist, as she shares her compelling journey from experiencing unexplained health issues and infertility to finding answers through functional medicine. Courtney recounts her personal story, from dealing with ongoing health symptoms since adolescence to her challenging fertility journey, including a miscarriage and years of unexplained infertility. Her transformative shift from a high-pressure CFO role to a career in functional medicine provides a powerful backdrop to her mission of helping women and couples navigate similar struggles. Listen in as we explore the root causes of women's hormonal imbalances, focusing on how gut health, micronutrient deficiencies, and thyroid function play crucial roles in overall well-being and fertility. Courtney explains why traditional Western medicine may fall short in addressing these issues and highlights the benefits of using functional lab ranges for more accurate health assessments. We also discuss the complexities of fertility treatments like IVF, and how functional medicine can offer alternative or complementary support, illustrated by a compelling case study of a couple who found answers through comprehensive lab tests. In this episode, we delve into the importance of nutrition for hormonal balance, blood sugar regulation, and metabolism. Courtney shares practical dietary recommendations and insights into common misconceptions, such as the negative impact of under-eating and intermittent fasting on women's health. We discuss how achieving a healthy weight and proper nutrition can restore hormonal balance and improve fertility. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation on how functional medicine can transform health outcomes and provide much-needed support for those on their fertility journey. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @welcomeneighborspod and WATCH us on YouTube! Be the first to know of all future Iconic happenings by clicking hereand joining the list! Episode Highlights: (00:00) Functional Fertility Specialist Shares Insight (08:04) Root Causes of Women's Hormonal Imbalances (16:08) Navigating Infertility Treatment Options (20:41) Optimizing Women's Nutrition for Hormonal Balance (31:48) Optimizing Blood Sugar for Fertility (36:53) Metabolism, Weight, and Hormonal Impact