There are several benefits of zinc for fertility: for men it is an essential trace element to produce healthy sperm. For women, it is important both before and during pregnancy to both themselves and their developing baby. Zinc (Zn) is an essential trace element for human nutrition. It is an integral part of many enzyme systems, including DNA polymerase complex and…
Clinical Study: Fatty Acid (FA) Composition Of Sperm Cells Is An Important Determinant Of Fertility In 2009, eighty-two infertile men with idiopathic male factor infertility and seventy-eight fertile men were enrolled in a clinical study. The semen parameters were assessed according to World Health Organization criteria. Several fatty acids and enzymes were measured to evaluate the…
Research suggests that the pregnancy vitamin D may have a important role in supporting healthy birth weights and protecting sperm DNA. Vitamin D is the collective name given to a group of compounds that help the body absorb key nutrients. Without vitamin D, the body is unable to properly utilise magnesium, calcium, iron, phosphate, and…
Research shows that iron deficiencies can cause infertility problems. Poor iron levels during pregnancy may also negatively impact foetal development. Iron (Fe) is found in every cell. Iron a critical mineral for haemoglobin, which the body needs to transport oxygen. Without adequate iron, the body will run low in energy and becomes susceptible to anaemia. Because of…