
The Power of Integrative Medicine: Enhancing Women's Health and Fertility with Dr. Gabriella Safdieh
09/14/22 • 26 min
Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast with your host, Dr. Christina Burns. In this episode, Dr. Christina Burns welcomes Dr. Gabriella Safdieh, an integrative medicine doctor specializing in women's health and fertility. Dr. Safdieh shares her insights on the holistic approach to treating fertility issues, the importance of addressing root causes, and the various tests and treatments used in integrative medicine. Learn how combining natural and conventional medicine can optimize your reproductive health and overall well-being.
In this episode, you will learn:
- What integrative medicine is and how it differs from conventional medicine.
- The importance of understanding and addressing root causes in women's health.
- The various diagnostic tests and treatments used in integrative medicine.
- How lifestyle changes, nutrition, and alternative therapies like acupuncture can optimize fertility.
- Practical steps to start incorporating integrative medicine into your routine.
Timestamps:
- [00:01:20] Welcoming Dr. Gabriella Safdieh and her background in integrative medicine
- [00:03:00] What is integrative medicine?
- [00:05:00] Differences between integrative and conventional medicine
- [00:07:00] Testing and diagnostics used in integrative medicine
- [00:10:00] Personal journey of Dr. Safdieh into integrative medicine
- [00:15:00] Common women's health issues treated with integrative medicine
- [00:20:00] Addressing PCOS and hormonal imbalances
- [00:25:00] Importance of nutrition, stress management, and lifestyle changes
- [00:30:00] Case study: Unexplained infertility and integrative treatments
- [00:40:00] How to start incorporating integrative medicine into your routine
About Dr. Gabriella Safdieh:
Dr. Gabriella Safdieh, an integrative medicine doctor specializing in women's health and fertility, is the founder of Novella Health.
About Dr. Christina Burns:
Dr. Christina Burns is the founder and Doctor of Chinese Medicine at the Naturna Institute. Committed, compassionate, and highly skilled in multiple disciplines, Dr. Burns has been in practice since 2004. She empowers both women and men to achieve their optimal life and health goals through natural medicine practices, integrative nutrition, lifestyle management, and personalized mind-body programs. Dr. Burns holds advanced certifications in acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, life coaching, and yoga therapy. She is also the best-selling author of "The Ultimate Fertility Guidebook."Connect with Dr. Christina Burns:
Website: https://www.christinaburns.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drchristinaburns/
Order the Ultimate Fertility Guidebook: https://a.co/d/hq0nFOo
Join the Eating for Optimal Fertility Course: https://naturna.mn.co/
Order Junk Juice: https://junkjuicemagic.com/
Follow along with the Naturna Institute:
Book an Appointment: https://naturna.janeapp.com/#/list
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naturna_life/
Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast with your host, Dr. Christina Burns. In this episode, Dr. Christina Burns welcomes Dr. Gabriella Safdieh, an integrative medicine doctor specializing in women's health and fertility. Dr. Safdieh shares her insights on the holistic approach to treating fertility issues, the importance of addressing root causes, and the various tests and treatments used in integrative medicine. Learn how combining natural and conventional medicine can optimize your reproductive health and overall well-being.
In this episode, you will learn:
- What integrative medicine is and how it differs from conventional medicine.
- The importance of understanding and addressing root causes in women's health.
- The various diagnostic tests and treatments used in integrative medicine.
- How lifestyle changes, nutrition, and alternative therapies like acupuncture can optimize fertility.
- Practical steps to start incorporating integrative medicine into your routine.
Timestamps:
- [00:01:20] Welcoming Dr. Gabriella Safdieh and her background in integrative medicine
- [00:03:00] What is integrative medicine?
- [00:05:00] Differences between integrative and conventional medicine
- [00:07:00] Testing and diagnostics used in integrative medicine
- [00:10:00] Personal journey of Dr. Safdieh into integrative medicine
- [00:15:00] Common women's health issues treated with integrative medicine
- [00:20:00] Addressing PCOS and hormonal imbalances
- [00:25:00] Importance of nutrition, stress management, and lifestyle changes
- [00:30:00] Case study: Unexplained infertility and integrative treatments
- [00:40:00] How to start incorporating integrative medicine into your routine
About Dr. Gabriella Safdieh:
Dr. Gabriella Safdieh, an integrative medicine doctor specializing in women's health and fertility, is the founder of Novella Health.
About Dr. Christina Burns:
Dr. Christina Burns is the founder and Doctor of Chinese Medicine at the Naturna Institute. Committed, compassionate, and highly skilled in multiple disciplines, Dr. Burns has been in practice since 2004. She empowers both women and men to achieve their optimal life and health goals through natural medicine practices, integrative nutrition, lifestyle management, and personalized mind-body programs. Dr. Burns holds advanced certifications in acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, life coaching, and yoga therapy. She is also the best-selling author of "The Ultimate Fertility Guidebook."Connect with Dr. Christina Burns:
Website: https://www.christinaburns.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drchristinaburns/
Order the Ultimate Fertility Guidebook: https://a.co/d/hq0nFOo
Join the Eating for Optimal Fertility Course: https://naturna.mn.co/
Order Junk Juice: https://junkjuicemagic.com/
Follow along with the Naturna Institute:
Book an Appointment: https://naturna.janeapp.com/#/list
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naturna_life/
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About Dr. Christina Burns:
Dr. Christina Burns is the founder and Doctor of Chinese Medicine at the Naturna Institute. Committed, compassionate, and highly skilled in multiple disciplines, Dr. Burns has been in practice since 2004. She empowers both women and men to achieve their optimal life and health goals through natural medicine practices, integrative nutrition, lifestyle management, and personalized mind-body programs. Dr. Burns holds advanced certifications in acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, life coaching, and yoga therapy. She is also the best-selling author of "The Ultimate Fertility Guidebook."Connect with Dr. Christina Burns:
Website: https://www.christinaburns.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drchristinaburns/
Order the Ultimate Fertility Guidebook: https://a.co/d/hq0nFOo
Join the Eating for Optimal Fertility Course: https://naturna.mn.co/
Order Junk Juice: https://junkjuicemagic.com/
Follow along with the Naturna Institute:
Book an Appointment: https://naturna.janeapp.com/#/list
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naturna_life/
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About Dr. Christina Burns:
Dr. Christina Burns is the founder and Doctor of Chinese Medicine at the Naturna Institute. Committed, compassionate, and highly skilled in multiple disciplines, Dr. Burns has been in practice since 2004. She empowers both women and men to achieve their optimal life and health goals through natural medicine practices, integrative nutrition, lifestyle management, and personalized mind-body programs. Dr. Burns holds advanced certifications in acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, life coaching, and yoga therapy. She is also the best-selling author of "The Ultimate Fertility Guidebook."Connect with Dr. Christina Burns:
Website: https://www.christinaburns.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drchristinaburns/
Order the Ultimate Fertility Guidebook: https://a.co/d/hq0nFOo
Join the Eating for Optimal Fertility Course: https://naturna.mn.co/
Order Junk Juice: https://junkjuicemagic.com/
Follow along with the Naturna Institute:
Book an Appointment: https://naturna.janeapp.com/#/list
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naturna_life/
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