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Dr. Laura Nicholas, ND

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Dr. Laura Nicholas, ND

Dr. Laura Nicholas is a Naturopathic Physician who has a practice focused in women’s health, fertility, and gynecology.

She works at Evoke Integrative Medicine downtown Vancouver, BC.

03/27/2026

Prepare for Pregnancy with your Lifestyle 🧘

🌟 Tip #1: Movement

Move your body for at least one hour every day. This can be walking, running, jogging, yoga, or anything you like! Of the one hour a day, at least 30 minutes should be moderate intensity activity causing you to sweat.

Exercise is important for moving blood (oxygen, nutrients, and hormones) around the body, maintaining good body composition (muscle to fat ratio), and a healthy weight. ✅

Women who are too thin or are too heavy are less likely to conceive due to changes in ovulation.

If you’re thinking about starting your fertility journey, book a visit to create a plan tailored just for you. 🌱💫

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03/26/2026

✨ Beets for Fertility ✨

Beetroots are a fantastic source of the antioxidant resveratrol.

Resveratrol helps combat age-related infertility, and improve both s***m and egg quality.

Beets contain nitrates which can be converted to nitric oxide, a key molecule that acts as a vasodilator to increase blood flow.

Beets improve blood flow to the sexual organs, making them useful for male-factor infertility and for supporting a healthy endometrium during embryo implantation!

Eat beets regularly during the preconception phase and for fertility preservation. 🌟

Looking for extra support while ttc? Book a discovery call today! 🌙

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03/25/2026

This is a monumental time in your life, you are ready to start a family! 🤍✨

📊 Studies suggest that stress impacts fertility, and that struggles with infertility can dramatically increase stress levels.

Developing sustainable stress relieving solutions, and coping mechanisms is a key part of a lifestyle fit of fertility. It is valuable to develop sustainable healthy lifestyle habits during the preconception period that will serve you throughout pregnancy and beyond. 🌿🧘‍♀️

I typically recommend spending 3 months preparing for pregnancy in order to lay the foundations for optimum health before to trying to conceive.

Some couples will benefit from 6 months of preconception care, particularly if the mother-to-be has irregular menstrual cycles, or either partner has underlying health conditions.

Regardless, I make sure to help you establish key lifestyle habits that will augment your health, resilience to stress, and overall capacity. I discuss these healthy habits with my patients through 4 lenses: body, mind, environment, and community. Stay tuned as I dive into them this week.

Follow along so you don’t miss the series, and if you’re thinking about starting your fertility journey, book a visit to create a plan tailored just for you. 🌱💫

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03/24/2026

🫐 Blueberries for Fertility 🫐

Blueberries contain high levels of anthocyanins which decrease inflammation, enhance egg and s***m quality and support the health of the endometrial lining to optimize embryo implantation.

These powerhouse dark berries are loaded with antioxidants to prevent DNA damage and oxidative stress. This leads to healthier eggs and s***m at any age, and improves conception rates. 💫

Blueberries are high in folate and Vitamin C to support cellular generation and fetal development.

Berries are rich in fiber to support a balanced body weight, and women with a normal BMI scores have less difficulty conceiving than women who are either under or overweight.

To talk about optimizing your diet and lifestyle for preconception and fertility, book a Discovery Call today! 🌙

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03/23/2026

What changes in a menstrual cycle seem to impact fertility the most? 🤰

🩸 Irregular cycles, absent cycles - if you aren’t getting a predictable cycle this has a big impact on trying to get pregnant because it becomes very hard to plan when to have in*******se for your best chances.

🩸 Anovulation - if you are not ovulating, getting pregnant naturally is very challenging. Before escalating to pharmaceuticals, IUI and IVF there are still other options that can be used to get your ovulation again.

🩸 Very heavy and painful periods - this can be a sign that you might have endometriosis or fibroids. Sometimes these underlying conditions cause a lot of inflammation, and even scar tissue that can decrease the chances of conception and pregnancy.

Book a Discovery Call today to discuss your options for investigating and regulating your menstrual cycle. 💫

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03/20/2026

🥦 Did you know that broccoli is an essential fertility food? 🥦

Broccoli is particularly amazing for fertility and pregnancy because of its high nutrient, antioxidant, and plant compound content!

1️⃣ Folate
Vitamin B9 is particularly important for preconception nutrition and pregnancy. It is essential for tissues growth and cell function. Adequate folate improves ovulation rates!

2️⃣ Quercetin
A strong antioxidant the is known to improve egg and s***m quality.

3️⃣ I-3-c
Indole-3-carbinol helps neutralize high estrogen levels in the body, improving the estrogen to progesterone ratio.

4️⃣ Sulforaphane
Neutralizes free radicals, decreases DNA damage and improves liver health and ability to clear excess estrogen.

5️⃣ Vitamin C
Broccoli is high in Vitamin C, a multipurpose antioxidant important for cellular health, and metabolism needed for good egg quality.

Looking for extra support while TTC? Book a discovery call with me! 🌙

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03/19/2026

A high quality prenatal should be taken from 3 months before trying to conceive your first baby, all the way until you have finished breast or bottle feeding your last baby.

That’s right, a prenatal should be taken during:
🌸 The preconception period
🌸 Throughout pregnancy
🌸 Postpartum
🌸 To improve nutrient status of breast milk
🌸 In order to maintain nutrient status and fertility for future pregnancies

I recommend purchasing a professional grade product with third party testing for safety, purity, and potency.

✨ Choose a prenatal vitamin with an activated form of vitamin B-12, like methylcobalamin.
✨ Look for minerals bound to Glycine for better digestive tolerance. An example would be iron-bisglycinate.
✨ Choose a robust nutrient profile. The label should have 20+ nutrients including vitamin C, vitamin K, B vitamins, and minerals.
✨ Avoid contamination with preservations, food additives, dyes, and colours, and unwanted ingredients such as gluten, dairy, eggs, and yeast.

Looking for prenatal supplement optimization and overall support? Book a consultation to feel confident on how to supplement for fertility and a healthy pregnancy. ✅

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03/18/2026

Pineapple for Fertility 🍍

Pineapple is a great source of Vitamin C. Women with PCOS often have low levels of vitamin C, and require supplemental vitamin C when trying to conceive. 🤰

I particularly love pineapple for my fertility patients with inflammation or coagulation disorders.

Pineapple contains bromelain, a natural enzyme that has anti-inflammatory and anticoagulant benefits. 💫 Chronic inflammation can suppress ovulation and coagulation disorders can lead to difficulty with embryo implantation or recurrent miscarriage.

Choose FRESH pineapple always (not canned). It is a heavily sprayed fruit. Carefully WASH your pineapple, to avoid ingesting pesticides which are hormone disrupters. Choose ORGANIC whenever possible! 🌱

03/17/2026

Uncover the inner you with access to lifestyle genetic testing. 🌙

DNA is found in every cell of your body. It is your blueprint, that runs code for what you look like and what you feel like!

Your unique genes play a big role in your unique response to nutritional and lifestyle factors.

Genomic testing empowers you to improve your health and well-being by providing you with a detailed report that enables you to take actionable steps towards tailoring your nutrition, lifestyle, and exercise routine to your unique genetic makeup.

Book a discovery call with me to explore how your genetic blueprint can guide a more personalized, aligned approach to your health. 💫

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03/16/2026

🌟 When we talk about egg quality, we’re really talking about cellular health.

Every egg depends on:
• Strong mitochondrial energy production
• Effective DNA repair
• Protection from oxidative damage

NAD+ is central to all three.

In patients with diminished ovarian reserve or low AMH, NAD+ levels may be suboptimal — contributing to reduced oocyte competence and embryo development challenges.

A recent within-subject IVF study (Tandulwadkar et al., 2026) demonstrated improved embryo quality and oocyte yield after IV NAD+ therapy in women with diminished ovarian reserve.

At Luna Health Clinic, NAD+ IV therapy is offered as part of a comprehensive fertility optimization plan. 🌙

Treatments are done as a series of IV nutrient sessions, often combined with:
• L-carnitine for mitochondrial function
• L-arginine for improved blood flow
• Vitamin C for antioxidant defense
• Glutathione to reduce oxidative stress burden

🏔️ Our IV suite overlooks the mountains, creating a calm, restorative space while you invest in your fertility.

Whether you’re trying to conceive naturally or preparing for IVF, supporting mitochondrial health may be one of the most impactful levers we can pull.

Fertility begins at the cellular level. Let’s get started today. Share this post with your partner, and make sure they are doing their part too.

Book and Initial Fertility Consultation with me and take the next step towards growing your family at Luna Health Clinic. 💛

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03/13/2026

🌸 NAD+ for IVF Prep

For patients preparing for IVF with:

• Low AMH
• Diminished ovarian reserve
• Poor embryo maturation
• Low egg fertilization rates (even with ICSI)
• Previous poor embryo quality
Mitochondrial function is everything! 🌟

Eggs contain the highest concentration of mitochondria of any cell in the body. These mitochondria rely heavily on NAD+ to generate ATP (cellular energy).

Low NAD+ levels are associated with:
• Reduced oocyte competence
• Increased oxidative stress
• Impaired embryo development

A 2026 preprint study (Tandulwadkar et al.) evaluated IV NAD+ in women with diminished ovarian reserve undergoing IVF and showed improvements in:
• Oocyte yield
• Oocyte competence
• Day-3 embryo quality

While larger randomized trials are still needed, this emerging data is promising — particularly for patients who have experienced disappointing IVF cycles.

🌙 At Luna Health Clinic, NAD+ is delivered intravenously over a series of treatments to optimize tissue levels before a stimulation cycle.

We also personalize protocols to include:
• Glutathione for oxidative stress reduction
• Vitamin C for antioxidant and collagen support
• L-arginine to enhance ovarian blood flow
• L-carnitine to support mitochondrial metabolism

IV therapy is administered in our comfortable IV suite overlooking the North Shore, because fertility care should feel supportive, integrative, not cold and clinical. ✨

If you’re planning IVF and want to optimize every variable possible, let’s talk about whether NAD+ support fits into your protocol.

Book an Initial Fertility Consultation with me and optimize your next IVF cycle.

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03/12/2026

Struggling with low AMH, diminished ovarian reserve, or concerns about egg quality? 💭

Emerging research is highlighting the role of NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) in ovarian function and egg health.

✨ NAD+ is a critical coenzyme found in every cell. It plays a central role in:
• Cellular energy production (mitochondrial function)
• DNA repair
• Reducing oxidative stress
• Supporting healthy aging of eggs

As ovarian reserve declines, mitochondrial efficiency declines too. Since egg cells are highly energy-dependent, this directly impacts egg maturation and quality.

In a recent preprint study (Tandulwadkar et al., 2026), IV NAD+ used as an adjunct in patients with diminished ovarian reserve improved oocyte yield, competence, and day-3 embryo quality.

But NAD+ isn’t just relevant for IVF.

For patients trying to conceive naturally, optimizing mitochondrial function and reducing oxidative stress may:
• Support ovulation quality
• Improve egg maturation
• Enhance overall reproductive cellular health

At Luna Health Clinic, NAD+ is administered through a series of IV Nutrient Therapy sessions in our dedicated IV suite, with a beautiful view overlooking the North Shore mountains. 🏔️

We often combine NAD+ with synergistic nutrients such as:
• Vitamin C (antioxidant support)
• Glutathione (detoxification + oxidative stress reduction)
• L-arginine (blood flow support)
• L-carnitine (mitochondrial energy production)

Fertility is cellular. When we support the cell, we support the egg.

If you’re navigating low AMH or poor egg quality, this may be a valuable adjunctive strategy to discuss. Book an Initial Fertility Consultation with me, and optimize your fertility journey at Luna Health Clinic. 🌙

https://lunahealthclinic.janeapp.com

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#1420-1030 West Georgia Street
Vancouver, BC
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Monday	8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8am - 5:30pm
Friday	8am - 5:30pm

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http://www.drlauranicholas.com/

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