Category: Minerals

What is cellular hypothyroidism?

Amanda Montalvo, RD, FDN-P January 23, 2026 No Comments

Cellular hypothyroidism means:• Thyroid hormone is being produced• Labs may fall in “normal” ranges• But cells are not responding appropriately So metabolism slows at the cellular level. This is why women…

Why Sperm Health Deserves More Than Just Attention

Amanda Montalvo, RD, FDN-P November 28, 2025 No Comments

Sperm health is finally getting talked about, but talk isn’t enough. What we’re seeing in real time is that couples are being screened, not supported. A partner gets a semen…

3 Simple Ways To Support Your Hormones This Winter

Amanda Montalvo, RD, FDN-P November 21, 2025 No Comments

As the light shifts and the temperatures drop, your body naturally asks for a little more support. Winter changes how we use minerals, how our circadian rhythm functions, and how…

Clomid Part 3: Preparing Your Body Before (or After) Clomid

Amanda Montalvo, RD, FDN-P October 24, 2025 No Comments

If you’ve used Clomid, or are considering it, this is the part no one talks about:how to support your body before and after the medication, so your hormones, minerals, and cycles stay resilient. Because…

The Fertility Pipeline Part 2

Amanda Montalvo, RD, FDN-P September 26, 2025 No Comments

If you’ve been moving through the fertility pipeline without answers, please know this: you are not broken. The problem isn’t you—it’s that the pipeline is incomplete. If you missed part 1 of…

The Mineral Connection to Sperm DNA Health

Amanda Montalvo, RD, FDN-P September 5, 2025 No Comments

Oxidative stress is the biggest driver of DNA fragmentation. Minerals act as cofactors for antioxidant enzymes—your body’s built-in defense system. Without enough minerals, sperm are left vulnerable to DNA damage.…

How To Support Egg Quality Naturally

Amanda Montalvo, RD, FDN-P August 22, 2025 No Comments

Here’s where we start with our clients: 1. Focus on mineral-rich, blood sugar-balancing meals Eggs require a steady supply of nutrients and energy to mature properly. If your blood sugar…

How Minerals Help Your Body Prepare for IUI (And Boost Your Chances Naturally)

Amanda Montalvo, RD, FDN-P June 20, 2025 No Comments

If you’re considering or preparing for an IUI (intrauterine insemination), you’re not alone—and you’re not crazy for wanting to optimize your body first. The truth is, fertility clinics often skip right…

The Link Between Miscarriage & Minerals

Amanda Montalvo, RD, FDN-P June 13, 2025 No Comments

If you’ve experienced the heartbreak of miscarriage—especially more than once—my heart is with you.You’ve likely been told, “Your labs look normal—just keep trying.” Or worse, you can’t do any further testing until…

Getting to the Root of Fertility Challenges- It’s Not Just Hormones

Amanda Montalvo, RD, FDN-P May 30, 2025 No Comments

When I was trying to conceive my first daughter, I was already working in the field of women’s health. I knew how to track my cycle.I understood hormones and mine…

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