Research Area: Fertility
8 ingredients studied for effects on Fertility — sorted by research relevance.
Folsäure (Vitamin B9)
Essential B-vitamin for DNA synthesis, cell division, and homocysteine metabolism. Strong evidence for neural tube defect prevention in pregnancy. L-methylfolate benefits MTHFR carriers.
Myo-Inositol
Myo-inositol has solid RCT evidence for PCOS and insulin resistance. Promising but limited data for anxiety and panic disorder.
Zinc
Zinc is involved in hundreds of enzymes and is essential for immune function, DNA repair, and hormone synthesis. Low intake is not uncommon in older adults and vegans.
Selen
Selenium is essential for glutathione peroxidases and thyroid hormones. In Germany and Austria, selenium supply is structurally low due to selenium-depleted soils.
Iron
Essential for oxygen transport, energy metabolism, and immune function. Clearly effective when deficiency is confirmed — do not supplement without a lab diagnosis.
Vitamin D3
Vitamin D3 is well supported for bone, muscle, and immune function when deficiency is confirmed. Without deficiency, additional benefit is significantly weaker — not a universal upgrade.
CoQ10 (Ubiquinol / Ubiquinone)
CoQ10 reduces mortality in heart failure (Q-SYMBIO); relieves statin-induced muscle pain. In healthy individuals without heart disease, benefits are unproven.
Maca
Marketed for libido, energy, and hormonal balance. Human data exist but are modest in size and strength—weaker evidence than typical promotion suggests.