The Red Meat Debate: Why You Should Be Eating Beef for Fertility
Release Date: 07/21/2025
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info_outlineIn this episode, we’re busting one of the biggest myths in the wellness world: that red meat is bad for you. Spoiler: it’s actually one of the most fertility-supportive foods you can eat.
We’re talking:
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Why grass-fed beef is a nutrient-dense powerhouse (think: iron, zinc, B12, choline)
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The truth about saturated fat + cholesterol and how they support your hormones
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Why cutting red meat might be holding back your period (and your pregnancy)
Plus, real client stories and simple ways to add beef back in without food obsession.
Today's episode is brought to you by our exclusive program, Premier Period Recovery for Fertility. Reach out to chat 1-1 with me to see if it's exactly what you need to get your period back and get pregnant in 2025, by applying here.
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