The Fertility Nutrition Podcast
Your go-to podcast for Fertility Nutrition after 30 — men and women on their journey to parenthood.
Hosted by K Soumya Kumar, India’s only Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) certified in fertility nutrition, this podcast delivers practical, science-backed advice on how food, supplements, and lifestyle impact your reproductive health as you age.
Each week, you’ll get easy-to-understand episodes that unpack the unique nutritional needs of Indians trying naturally or through IVF, including how to interpret your blood tests, use Indian superfoods, and manage challenges like PCOS, thyroid issues, and male factor infertility.
Whether you’re newly married, planning ahead, or already trying to conceive, this podcast empowers you to make nutrition your first line of support — helping you move confidently toward your fertility and pregnancy goals.
Tune in and nourish your fertility, one bite-sized episode at a time.
The Fertility Nutrition Podcast
Episode 3: The Role of Nutrition In Egg Quality
🎙️ About Today’s Episode:
🟣 About Today’s Episode – Ep. 3: Understanding Egg Quality & Quantity
In today’s episode of The Fertility Nutrition Podcast, we dive into a critical piece of the fertility puzzle—egg quality and quantity. Whether you’re actively trying to conceive or simply planning for the future, understanding how your egg reserve changes with age—and what you can do about it—can make all the difference.
Soumya breaks down:
- The science of how egg quantity declines over time
- Why egg quality matters—even in IVF
- The key blood tests to assess your ovarian reserve
- Powerful, evidence-based nutrients that support egg health
- Lifestyle factors that harm or protect egg quality
- Practical steps you can take today to preserve and improve fertility
This episode is packed with insights and real-world strategies, especially tailored for Indian women over 30. You can’t change your age—but you can support your egg health. Tune in to find out how.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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- Sahmay S, et al. Serum AMH levels in different PCOS phenotypes. Endocrine. 2016.
- Paffoni A, et al. Vitamin D deficiency and ART outcomes. Reprod Biol Endocrinol. 2014.
- Nagaoka SI, et al. Chromosome missegregation in human oocytes. Nat Rev Mol Cell Biol. 2012.
- Broekmans FJ, et al. Ovarian aging: mechanisms and consequences. Hum Reprod Update. 2009.
Disclaimer:
The information in this podcast is intended for general educational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical or dietetic advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet or lifestyle. K. Soumya Kumar and her guests do not accept liability for any harm or damages arising from the use of this content.
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