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Short Circuits in Your Nervous System

By Terry Wahls, MD

The nervous system is highly complex and coordinates sensory information and movement, guiding our experience of the world. Our emotions depend upon our nervous system. So does our ability to think, remember, and reason. Our ability to feel pain, temperature, and touch, to see, hear, taste, and smell, to move and know where we are in space—that all depends on our nervous system, which is wonderfully complex. If you have anxiety, depression, brain fog, or fatigue, your brain is affected. If you have chronic pain, your brain and/or peripheral nerves are likely affected. In this guide, Dr. Terry Wahls explains our nervous system, its key parts, how they work together to create our experience of the world, and how our nervous system can malfunction, leading to a wide variety of symptoms.

Targeted Supplements for Neuroimmune Patients

Targeted Supplements for Neuroimmune Patients

By Terry Wahls, MD

People often ask what the most important nutrients are for one to consider when adding supplements to one’s self-care program. Dr. Wahls reviews which supplements are the most helpful to stabilize disease activity for multiple sclerosis and neuroimmune patient. One of the most common questions Dr. Terry Wahls receives from the public is which supplements should I be taking to support my healing journey. In this video, Dr. Wahls reviews the basic diet and lifestyle she recommends everyone adopt if they have a neuroimmune condition. She then discusses her approach to determining which supplements may be helpful for an individual’s self-care and wellness program.

4 Ways to Detox from Your Glymphatic System

Detox your Glymphatic System for Neuroimmune Disorders & Multiple Sclerosis

By Christine Schaffner

4 WAYS TO Detox Your Glymphatic System FOR NEUROIMMUNE DISORDERS & MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

Beat Bone Loss An Autoimmune Guide to Building Stronger Bones

Beat Bone Loss: An Autoimmune Guide To Building Stronger Bones

By Kevin Ellis

Rapid bone loss and increased fracture risk are implicated in a range of autoimmune diseases. More and more people affected by autoimmune disease are realizing the importance of preserving their bones and preventing osteopenia and osteoporosis. Download this FREE BoneCoach™ eBook “Beat Bone Loss: An Autoimmune Guide To Build Stronger Bones” and start improving TODAY!

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Notes On Leaky Brain & Multiple Sclerosis

By Dr. Titus Chiu

The bonus gift is a summary of the key concepts from my talk with Terry for her summit. This is what we had discussed after the talk, that would be a good bonus gift.

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Top 10 Antioxidants For MS by Dr. Folake

By Folake Taylor

This is an antioxidant guide aimed at helping to decrease or eliminate overwhelming daily symptoms of MS. It describes the benefits of each, the sources of each of the 10 highlighted antioxidants, and whether it’s best taken as food or a supplement. Implementing these recommendations will go a long way in helping to improve your quality of life while living with MS, by decreasing these daily symptoms and frequent flares, and improving functioning.

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Harnessing the Power of Medicinal Mushrooms for Multiple Sclerosis & Autoimmunity Plus: Viral Illness and MS

By Nicole Apelian

This bonus PDF discusses several medicinal mushrooms that are well-known for their time-tested immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory properties, including lion’s mane, reishi, turkey tail, and cordyceps. Personally, I take these tinctures every day to manage my MS. These mushrooms have the added benefit of being antiviral, protecting you from illness.

In addition, I’ve included a scientifically-based herbal antiviral section. Throughout my journey with MS, I’ve found that it is extremely important to avoid becoming sick with contagious illnesses as much as possible. Not only does this protect against triggering a flare, but research has shown that viral illness is also associated with the development of multiple sclerosis.

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PEMFs for Pain and Inflammation

By William Pawluk, MD, MSc

A silent killer might have taken up residence in your body. Do you know what it is? Inflammation. Nearly 50% of all deaths are caused by inflammation-based diseases. Get Dr. William Pawluk’s guide, PEMFs for Pain and Inflammation. Discover the simple and effective way to fight inflammation at the source.

Inflammation Crushing Smoothie Guide

Inflammation Crushing Smoothie Guide

By David Jockers

These anti-inflammatory smoothies are loaded with very powerful antioxidants, electrolytes, and trace minerals. These smoothies have no added sugar yet tastes sweet due to the great natural sweeteners.

These tasty superstar smoothies can and should be consumed by everyone young and old throughout the day. They have powerful detoxifying abilities and have an alkalizing effect after the ingredients have been digested due to the extraordinary number of antioxidants that are highly bioavailable in this drink form.

Here is What You Will Discover:

  • 15 Tasty Smoothies You Can Make in Minutes
  • 7 Amazing Anti-Inflammatory Superfoods To Use
  • My Top Clean, Anti-Inflammatory Protein Powders
  • #1 Anti-Inflammatory Herb to Use Daily!
  • Gain immediate access to some amazing smoothie recipes to add to your healing protocols!
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21 ways to Prevent and Reverse an Autoimmune Brain on Fire

By Keesha Ewers

Going from brain fogged and exhausted to focused and energized is a process. It’s not usually one thing that creates an autoimmune disease, hormone havoc, cognitive decline or cancer. It’s not normally one food or one habit that causes you to gain weight. Likewise, it’s not just one thing that’s going to get you to optimal health with optimal brain function. Learn how you can prevent and reverse an Autoimmune Brain on fire with Dr. Keesha’s eGuide.

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7 Delicious Foods That Will Help You Reduce Inflammation

By ecoNugenics

This information-packed PDF features 7 foods to ease pain and inflammation, along with 9 holistic ways to heal and balance your body, mind & spirit. Learn exactly which foods to add to your diet for potent anti-inflammatory power.

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NEAR-INFRARED, THE SCIENCE EXPLAINED

By Brian Richards

NEAR-INFRARED, THE SCIENCE EXPLAINED: The Modern Science Behind Near-Infrared Sauna Therapy.

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Cellular Foundation For Multiple Sclerosis Support

By BodyBio

The Importance of Phosphatidylcholine & Cell Membrane Repair in MS.

MS is associated with a deficiency of plasminogen’s, a type of phospholipid. The main phospholipid in myelin is phosphatidylcholine. Myelin is primarily composed of lipids, with approximately 70% of its dry weight being lipids. Phosphatidylcholine makes up a significant portion of the lipids in myelin, along with other phospholipids such as sphingomyelin and phosphatidylethanolamine. Supplementing with phospholipids can support the repair and maintenance of myelin. Learn more about how Dr. Terry Wahls uses BodyBio PC (Phospholipid Complex) in her daily supplement regime. Get the daily Cellular Power Smoothie that Dr. Wahls uses to repair and restore cellular vitality.

Changing the Standard of Care and Philanthropic Support for Innovative Research

Changing the Standard of Care and Philanthropic Support for Innovative Research

By Terry Wahls, MD

Dr. Terry Wahls has a Big Hairy Audacious Goal of changing the standard of care so that all patients who are diagnosed with a neuroimmune conation will be told that it is vital to address diet and lifestyle as part of their treatment plan. Changing the standard of care requires larger, longer randomized controlled trials that include brain imaging (MRIs). Doing this groundbreaking research requires funds to pay staff to do the work and cover the costs of the studies. Learn how you can become a partner in helping make these kinds of clinical trials happen so we can change the standard of care. This brochure reviews the various types of projects and support that can help drive forward progress in the mission of changing the standard of care to include diet, exercise, and lifestyle medicine in the care of multiple sclerosis and neuroimmune patients. Gifts of any size are welcome.

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First Chapter of Minding My Mitochondria, 2nd Edition

By Terry Wahls, MD

In her book, Minding My Mitochondria (2nd Edition), Dr. Terry Wahls describes her healing journey from a profound disability back to vibrant health. This is the first chapter of the book describing my descent into severe disability, my discovery and use of functional medicine and electrical stimulation of muscles that would lead to dramatic recovery of function, and the many environmental factors that likely contributed to my developing multiple sclerosis. Minding My Mitochondria is available in Europe on Amazon and in Kindle format in the United States.

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Introduction and First Chapter of The Wahls Protocol: A Radical New Way to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions Using Paleo Principles, Revised and Expanded

By Terry Wahls, MD

The Wahls Protocol: A Radical New Way to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions Using Paleo Principles (Revised and Expanded) details Dr. Terry Wahls’ descent into profound disability and her creation of a diet and lifestyle program that restored her health and vitality. In the introduction, Dr. Wahls describes in detail how she went from athletic to wheelchair dependent in three short years, studied the basic science models of multiple sclerosis, and created the Wahls Protocol®, which restored her health and ability to live her life. Chapter One: The Science of Life, Disease, and You reviews the science of how our daily choices influence the expression of our DNA or genes, which determines the level of health and vitality we have. It also describes how our mitochondria contribute to vitality, signs of mitochondrial strain, and how to restore your mitochondrial health. Chapter One also talks about food as medicine, key micronutrients and their main functions in the body, and key sources for those important nutrients. Also included is a list of available translations of the Wahls Protocol and the publishing companies who produced them.

Introduction and Sample Recipes from The Wahls Protocol Cooking for Life The Revolutionary Modern Paleo Plan to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions

Introduction and Sample Recipes from The Wahls Protocol Cooking for Life: The Revolutionary Modern Paleo Plan to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions

By Terry Wahls, MD

Dr. Terry Wahls has created a companion cookbook to help people adopt and sustain each level of the Wahls™ diet plans. This gift contains the introduction to The Wahls Protocol Cooking for Life describing my recovery from severe disability and how I teach the concepts I used for my healing in my clinics at the Veteran Affairs Hospital in Iowa City. It also includes five delicious recipes to help get you started on healthy eating.

My Favorite Recipes from The Wahls™ Diet App

My Favorite Recipes from The Wahls™ Diet App

By Terry Wahls, MD

To make it easier to adopt and sustain Wahls™ diet plans, Dr. Terry Wahls and her team created the Wahls™ Diet App, which has recipes for all levels: Wahls™, Wahls Paleo™, Wahls Paleo Plus™, and Wahls Elimination. This gift includes 10 delicious recipes from the Wahls™ diet app and a code for a two-week free trial of the app.

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Behavior Change Tips from the Wahls Protocol® Mobile Program

By Terry Wahls, MD

To make it easier to adopt and sustain the Wahls Protocol®, Dr. Terry Wahls and her team created the Wahls Protocol® Mobile program, which runs on iPhone, iPads, and Android devices, and includes tips for improving success with adopting new desirable habits. This gift includes a code for a two-week free trial of the Wahls Protocol® Mobile Program.

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5 Science-Backed Secrets for Better Sleep E-Book

By Austin Perlmutter

Did you know that lack of good sleep is a risk factor for heart disease and even dying early? Importantly, researchers have also shown that poor sleep may increase the risk for brain problems like depression and dementia.

Science tells us that getting consistent good sleep is one of the most important things we can do for the health of our brains and bodies. Unfortunately, so many of us struggle with sleep-related issues like trouble falling asleep, difficulty staying asleep and even daytime drowsiness.

The great news is that there are simple, science-backed steps you can use to improve the quality of your sleep starting tonight! By making small changes to your light exposure, bedroom temperature and more, you can help your brain and body prepare for and enjoy a better night’s rest.

To help you understand the breakthrough science of sleep and learn key strategies for consistent good sleep, Dr. Austin Perlmutter has written a free 25-page e-book that’s packed with actionable tips.

Dr. Austin Perlmutter is a co-producer of Alzheimer’s – The Science of Prevention, a New York Times bestselling author, a peer-reviewed researcher and a globally recognized expert on the subject of brain health.

We’re excited to share this resource with you!

The topics you’ll learn about in this free 25-page e-book include:

  • A simple morning practice that could help you sleep better
  • Easy ways to make your room a sleep sanctuary
  • The perfect temperature for good sleep
  • What napping does to our sleep quality
  • How alcohol and coffee can damage sleep
  • When to speak to your healthcare provider about additional support
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Using PEMF Devices for the Management of Neurological Disorders and Pain Conditions

By William Pawluk, MD, MSc

There is no worse pain than neurological pain caused by a chronic condition. Want to rid yourself of neurological pain for good? Drop your email below to get Dr. William Pawluk’s guide, Using PEMF Devices for the Management of Neurological Disorders and Pain Conditions.

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I’ve Been Exposed to Mold – Now What?

By Jill Carnahan

If you know you’ve been exposed to mold and it’s making you sick or if you suspect your illness has been caused by mold exposure, download Dr Jill Carnahan’s Complete Mold Exposure Guide​ now.

Here is what you can expect:​

  • ​First steps and testing
  • Mold clean up, step-by-step
  • The low mold diet
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Outsmart Endo Belly Book

By Jessica Drummond

Outsmart Endo Belly by Dr. Jessica Drummond is an essential tool for patients and practitioners alike who work with clients with endometriosis and other complex pelvic pain conditions who struggle with digestive issues including bloating, SIBO, abdominal pain, and more. While many practitioners understand functional medicine protocols for SIBO or SIFO, Endo Belly is unique because digestive peristalsis is commonly disrupted by the endometriosis lesions and adhesions, sometimes even after a successful endometriosis excision surgery. This guide will detail strategies for managing the complexity of bloating, gut dysbiosis, and digestive health issues that co-present with endometriosis, bladder pain, and other pelvic pain syndromes.

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The First Survivors of Alzheimer’s by Dale Bredesen, MD

By Dale Bredesen, MD

No one knows a survivor of Alzheimer’s… until now. The Bredesen Protocol has led to unprecedented outcomes in treatment. Hear the inspiring, almost unbelievable, stories of the first people recovering from Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Please enjoy the Introduction of my book and CHAPTER 1- Kristin’s Story: Zero Is Far from Nothing.

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Unexpected

By Jill Carnahan

Get your free chapter to Dr. Jill’s new best-selling book, Unexpected: Finding Resilience Through Functional Medicine, Science and Faith. In her new book Dr. Jill Carnahan shares her story of facing and overcoming life-threatening illness using both science and faith. She encourages you to go on the journey with her and discover own path to profound transformational healing.

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Pain As Your Sacred Messenger

By Sharon Stills

There are so many different types of pain… emotional pain, mental pain, physical pain, even toxic pain. And so, pain is part of the human experience, and in it is the opportunity to grow from that pain – emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Download this ebook to discover proven naturopathic tools, assessments + approaches to address and welcome the sacred messages of chronic pain.

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Foot Drop Mobility Exercises

By Trevor Wicken

A variety of different mobility exercises that will help counteract ‘foot drop’.

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Transformational Health Guide

By Kenneth Sharlin

Seven Tools to Prevent Memory Loss and Protect Your Aging Brain from Dr. Sharlin and his Brain Tune Up! team of brain health experts.

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How Heavy Metals Cause Brain Fog and Poor Brain Performance

By Wendy Myers, FDN-P, NC, CHHC

Heavy metals are a major reason you’re experiencing brain fog and poor brain performance. This toxicity kills your energy production (needed for brain function), affects neurotransmission (how you think), and your ability to focus. In this exclusive guide I will examine how toxic metals impact your brain’s function and what you can do about it!

Healing Recipes From Around The World

Healing Recipes from Around the World

By Madiha Saeed

30 + Healing Recipes from Around the World

How to Use Amino Acids like GABA and Tryptophan to End Sugar Cravings and Ease Anxiety eGuide

How to Use Amino Acids like GABA and Tryptophan to End Sugar Cravings and Ease Anxiety eGuide from Trudy Scott, CN

By Trudy Scott, CN

Food Mood expert, Trudy Scott, covers how the targeted individual amino acids such as GABA, tryptophan, DPA, glutamine and tyrosine can be used to end gluten and sugar cravings (with no feelings of deprivation), and ease anxiety and panic attacks quickly. Results are illustrated with powerful case studies. Be sure to listen to Trudy’s interview with Dr. Wahls where she discusses how low GABA, low serotonin and low endorphins are common in multiple sclerosis (MS), and how amino acids can be used for anxiety/cravings and also stiff muscles/spasticity, voice/swallowing issues and pain that is specific to MS.

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25+ Delicious Functional Mushroom Recipes to Improve Your Health

By Mason Bresett

Real Mushrooms compiled the best recipes from our 20,000+ community of mushroom fans into an easy-to-use guide to satisfy your daily mushroom needs. With over 25 different recipes, we cover the best drinks, foods, and desserts using our best-selling functional mushroom extract powders.

We hope you enjoy it.

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Recharge & Revitalize

By Thomas Moorcroft, DO

Techniques for Nervous System Balance & Immune System Enhancement

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How to Heal A Cavity Naturally

By Trina Felber

How to Heal Cavities Naturally… without going to the Dentist!

Can you really heal a cavity naturally? If you’re using the right oral care products, then yes!

What’s Included:

  • The Anti-Cavity Formula
  • Best Ways To Prevent Cavities
  • The Ultimate Dental Care Guide
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IF Start Guide

By Cynthia Thurlow

Download the free Intermittent Fasting guide to support an anti-inflammatory autoimmune lifestyle.

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6 Supplements To Rebuild Myelin

By Darin Ingels, ND

Dr. Darin Ingels, a naturopathic doctor and MS patient himself, shares his daily supplement regimen to rebuild myelin.

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5 Day MS Strength Challenge

By Dr. Gretchen Hawley

With the research-proven strategies I’ll teach you, you’ll finally gain that sense of hope with renewed strength, energy, and confidence so that you can maintain your independence, walk with reduced tripping/falls, and improve your walking stamina.

In this free challenge, you’ll learn exercises and strategies to:

  1. How you can use neuroplasticity to increase your strength and improve your mobility!
  2. Various functional exercises to improve specific activities (ie. walking, stair climbing, getting out of a car, etc.)
  3. How much time you should be committing to exercising with MS in order to see a difference.
  4. How to fit your MS-specific exercises into your day.
  5. How to stay consistent with your exercise routine.
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Constipation and Multiple Sclerosis E-Book

By Dr. Miles Nichols

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease affecting the central nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord. It is an autoimmune condition in which the body attacks itself by mistake.

This e-book is a deep dive into the connection between multiple sclerosis and digestive issues and delves into the gut-brain axis and how the nervous system and MS impact the digestive system. Constipation is the most common digestive issue in MS though issues such as diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome, and inflammatory bowel disease can also occur.

A review of causes, testing, and treatment of digestive issues linked to MS are covered in order to provide insight into this common group of disorders frequently found in people with MS.

Ten Tips to MaximizeYour Hormones and Minimize Effects of Neuro Immune Brain Dysfunction

Ten Tips to MaximizeYour Hormones and Minimize Effects of Neuro-Immune Brain Dysfunction

By Dr. Dian Ginsberg

The information about hormone balance and optimization to aid in helping heal neurodegenerative disease can be overwhelming. These gifts will break down into actionable steps that can be done by each individual to help maximize their brain health. Questions about different hormones and how to adjust levels along with the appropriate testing are all discussed. This information spans all different hormones from estrogen, testosterone and progesterone to leptin and insulin. It is this perfectly integrated balance that enables the brain to minimize inflammation and maximize performance. Aging and environmental toxins bring changes that can create illness, here are some ways to create health.

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The Food Preparation Guide

By Deanna Minich, MS, PhD, FACN, CNS, IFMCP

This 2-page guide provides information on maximizing nutrients, avoiding harmful compounds, storing food, and optimizing cooking methods

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Harnessing the Power of Medicinal Mushrooms for Multiple Sclerosis & Autoimmunity Plus: Viral Illness and MS

By Nicole Apelian

Harnessing the power of neuroplasticity to restore function is a revolutionary approach to rehabilitation that has shown remarkable results. Neuroplasticity refers to the brain’s ability to reorganize and form new neural connections in response to learning and experience. By engaging in targeted exercises and activities, individuals can stimulate neuroplasticity and promote the growth of new neural pathways, even after injury or trauma. This approach has been successfully used to help individuals recover from a wide range of conditions, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, and spinal cord injury. By focusing on the potential for growth and change, rather than just the limitations of injury or disease, harnessing the power of neuroplasticity offers a hopeful and empowering approach to rehabilitation.

The Neubie, a cutting-edge electrical stimulation device, can be used to further enhance the benefits of neuroplasticity-based rehabilitation. By combining the power of neuroplasticity with the advanced technology of the Neubie, individuals can achieve even greater gains in function and mobility.

To learn more about harnessing the power of neuroplasticity and how the Neubie can help, check out our comprehensive e-book. This resource provides in-depth information on the science behind neuroplasticity, as well as information on the Neubie and how it can be used to enhance neuroplasticity-based rehabilitation. Whether you’re a healthcare professional or an individual seeking to optimize your recovery, this e-book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested!

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Parasympathetic Activation Strategies for Autoimmune Symptoms

By Jodi Cohen

Parasympathetic Activation Strategies
25 powerful techniques to activate your Parasympathetic Nervous System

Grab this 31-page guide to:

  • Discover the best 25 strategies to help you heal your gut, reduce your stress and support detoxification pathways.
  • Learn the FASTEST and EASIEST WAYS to TURN ON your body’s ability to accelerate healing!
  • Find out how YOU can activate your parasympathetic nervous system to improve sleep, boost immunity and combat pain, fatigue and brain fog!
The Hidden Cause of Aging Chronic Disease

THE HIDDEN CAUSE OF AGING + CHRONIC DISEASE

By Isaac Eliaz, MD, MS, LAc

When it comes to recovering from any chronic condition or health issue, it’s not a good thing if your body is stuck in survival mode. Learn how inflammation plays a crucial role in the progression of aging and chronic diseases.

The Top 11 Fertility Pregnancy Supplement Mistakes To Avoid In 2023 and Beyond

The Top 11 Fertility & Pregnancy Supplement Mistakes To Avoid In 2023 and Beyond

By Dr. Cleopatra Kamperveen

This checklist will help you how to overcome the nutrient gaps that are affecting the health of your eggs, fertility, pregnancy, and future baby without you even knowing it.

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