Protect Your Future Pregnancy | How to Optimize Fertility, a Personal Story on Egg Freezing With Guest, Jackie Simek
In this episode of The Live Lightly Podcast, I sit down with Jackie Simek to talk about her fertility journey and how she discovered the power of food and lifestyle changes in optimizing egg quality and quantity—especially for women over 40 considering egg freezing. Through her personal experience, Jackie learned how diet, nutrient density, and reducing exposure to everyday toxins can have a profound impact on reproductive health.
We dive into the best foods for fertility, why quality matters more than just eating organic, and how small changes—like starting the day with a protein-rich breakfast—can improve hormone balance and egg quality. Jackie also shares how hidden toxins in household products, fragrances, and beauty items can negatively affect fertility and what simple swaps can make the biggest difference. If you're thinking about freezing your eggs or want to support your reproductive health naturally, this conversation is packed with valuable insights.
More about Jackie
Jackie is a scaling strategist and mindset coach for holistic wellness practitioners. If you'd like to connect, you can find her on Instagram & Online
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Toxic Intruders: How Everyday Chemicals Threaten Women's Hormone Health and Fertility Co-Hosted With Bridget Walton, Women's Hormone Coach
Is Plastic Affecting Your Health | How to Find Out & What to Do, With Dr. Farah Alrajaan
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Key Topics Covered
- How diet directly impacts egg quality and ovarian reserve over 40
- The most important nutrients for improving fertility before egg freezing
- Why nutrient-dense foods are more powerful than just avoiding toxins
- The impact of fragrances, beauty products, and household chemicals on reproductive health
- Small, realistic dietary changes that can significantly boost fertility
- Reducing toxin exposure in personal care and cleaning products
- The connection between blood sugar balance, inflammation, and egg quality
Key Takeaways
- Nutrition plays a critical role in preserving and improving egg quality.
- High-quality protein, healthy fats, and antioxidant-rich foods are essential for fertility.
- Fragrances in lotions, perfumes, and cleaning products can disrupt hormones.
- Starting with small, sustainable dietary changes leads to long-term improvements.
- Reducing exposure to hormone-disrupting chemicals supports better reproductive outcomes.
- The body can optimize fertility naturally when given the right conditions.
Episode Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to Jackie Simek’s Journey
01:21 – The Fertility Struggle & Awakening to Hidden Toxins
09:09 – How Nutrition Transformed Her Egg Quality After 40
14:10 – The Best Foods for Egg-Freezing Success
20:22 – How Household Toxins Affect Fertility & Egg Health
31:34 – Simple Diet Changes to Improve Egg Quality
35:12 – The Hidden Impact of Fragrance in Beauty & Cleaning Products
37:21 – Detoxing Your Home for Hormonal Balance
39:19 – Blood Sugar, Inflammation, & Their Role in Fertility
42:20 – Jackie’s Personal Transformation Through Food & Lifestyle
49:58 – How to Start Your Egg-Freezing Wellness Journey
53:52 – The Best Fertility-Boosting Foods for Women Over 40
Disclaimer: This episode is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice or a substitute for professional healthcare guidance. Always consult with your trusted medical provider for any health-related concerns or decisions.
Disclaimer: This episode is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice or a substitute for professional healthcare guidance. Always consult with your trusted medical provider for any health-related concerns or decisions.
