674. Debunking Pregnancy Food Myths + Optimizing Fertility with Lily Nichols

In this episode, K+L take a deep dive with registered dietitian and nutritionist Lily Nichols on all things fertility, conception, and nutrition. Nichols educates us on the importance of preconception preparation, highlighting how lifestyle changes such as diet and self-care can enhance fertility and lead to healthier pregnancies.  Ahead, Lindsey and Lily open up about the realities of postpartum challenges, loneliness, and the unspeakable value of friendships that empathize with your current life stage. Plus, Nichols sheds light on the root cause of fertility issues in contemporary society, from stress to diet culture. Get ready to explore the nutritional and emotional journey through pregnancy and the profound impact that eating well, practicing mindfulness, and strategically gearing up for pregnancy can have on both mother and child.  We also talk about: Treating your body like a 'bank account' before pregnancy The psychological facets of preconception + pregnancy Nonstick cookware + recommendations for healthier options Regulating the menstrual cycle for optimal fertility Effects of EMFs + microplastics on health Diet culture's impact on hormone balance + ovulation Comprehensive prenatal supplementation Raw dairy consumption during pregnancy Avoiding environmental toxins + using whole foods Postpartum recovery, nutrition, + community Sponsors: Ritual | Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at ritual.com/ALMOST30. ASPCA | To explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/ALMOST30. Cymbiotika | Go to cymbiotika.com and use code ALMOST30 for 20% off sitewide.  SKIMS | Get free shipping on orders over $75 at SKIMS.com. To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/Almost30.  Learn More: almost30.com/learn almost30.com/morningmicrodose almost30.com/courses  Join our community: almost30.com/membership facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups  Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer.  Find more to love at almost30.com! Almost 30 is edited by Garett Symes + Isabella Vaccaro.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Welcome to Almost 30 - a supportive space to fuel your conscious evolution. Join us, LA-based best friends Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, for heart-centered, hilarious conversations and real, raw, impactful interviews with brilliant guests. We dive deep into topics like modern spirituality to health and wellness, aliens to entrepreneurship, social justice, and self development. With every episode, our mission is to empower you, expand what you think is possible and, make you laugh - a lot. We are honest, open, and above all, human. We are committed to learning right alongside you in real time so we can all find growth in every moment together. With millions of listeners around the world, Almost 30 has grown from a pioneering leader in the podcast space to a highly engaged global community. #Almost30Nation is full of purposeful dreamers who are curious, passionate, and constantly seeking growth in every aspect of our lives. Join us for new episodes every Tuesday + Thursday! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy