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Natural Fertility with Kirsten Karchmer: Rational Wellness Podcast 431

Rational Wellness Podcast

Release Date: 10/07/2025

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Kirsten Karchmer discusses Improving Fertility Naturally with Dr. Ben Weitz.

[If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, so more people will find The Rational Wellness Podcast. Also check out the video version on my WeitzChiro YouTube page.]

 

Podcast Highlights

Enhancing Natural Fertility with Kirsten Karchmer: Insights from the Rational Wellness Podcast
 
In this episode of the Rational Wellness Podcast, Dr. Ben Weitz interviews Kirsten Karchmer, a globally recognized fertility expert, acupuncturist, and founder of Conceivable. Kirsten shares her personal journey into the field of fertility, her struggles with MS, and how acupuncture transformed her health. The discussion covers her holistic and technology-based approach to optimizing fertility by addressing root causes through diet, lifestyle, and mindful practices. Key topics include the impacts of stress, sleep, and exercise on fertility, the importance of personalized care, and advancements in technology such as AI predictive tools and non-invasive glucose monitors. Kirsten also highlights the role of epigenetics and provides practical advice for women, especially those over 40, looking to improve their reproductive health naturally.
 
00:26 Meet Kirsten Karchmer: Fertility Expert
01:28 Kirsten's Journey into Fertility and Acupuncture
06:13 Understanding Functional Medicine and Acupuncture in Fertility
08:42 The Role of Exercise and Energy in Fertility
10:12 Innovative Technology for Health Monitoring
15:57 The Importance of Sleep for Optimal Health
19:38 Nutritional Strategies for Enhancing Fertility
20:41 Addressing Bleeding and Nutrient Needs
21:22 Tailoring Diets for Specific Conditions
21:52 Gut Health and Pregnancy
22:23 Iron and Nutrient Correlation
23:51 Supplements for Fertility
25:53 Managing Stress and Infertility
26:46 Men's Role in Fertility
27:51 Epigenetics and Fertility
30:57 Strategies for Older Women
34:21 Future of Fertility Care
35:54 Key Takeaways and Conclusion
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Kirsten Karchmer is a globally recognized fertility expert, acupunturist, and the CEO and founder of Conceivable. The website is Conceivable.com. Kirsten has spent decades helping women improve their reporductive health, both through her clinical work and through innovative digital solutions. Conceivable uses technology and personalized, science-based programs to optimize fertility by addressing the underlying root causes that impact conception. 

Dr. Ben Weitz is available for Functional Nutrition consultations specializing in Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders like IBS/SIBO and Reflux and also Cardiometabolic Risk Factors like elevated lipids, high blood sugar, and high blood pressure.  Dr. Weitz has also successfully helped many patients with managing their weight and improving their athletic performance, as well as sports chiropractic work by calling his Santa Monica office 310-395-3111.