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Research is continuously exploring potential fertility treatments, notably in vitro fertilization (IVF). The relationship between specific diets, over-the-counter supplements, and their impact on IVF success remains uncertain.
A recent comprehensive review published in Reproductive Biomedicine Online (RBMO) scrutinized 27 studies to discern the efficacy of various nutritional therapies in contributing to successful IVF outcomes.
The findings from this review suggested that adhering to a Mediterranean diet might augment the likelihood of successful IVF. Additionally, certain supplements such as DHEA, COQ-10, melatonin, myo-inositol, and omega-3 free fatty acids showed potential to enhance IVF success under specific circumstances.
However, further extensive research is imperative to comprehend how dietary interventions and supplements intricately influence the success of IVF. IVF involves fertilizing an egg outside the body and implanting the resulting embryo into the uterus, primarily assisting couples encountering fertility challenges, with the ultimate goal being a healthy pregnancy and live birth.
The success of IVF depends on numerous factors, including conditions like endometriosis that may lower the probability of successful IVF. Age also plays a significant role, with younger women typically having higher success rates compared to older individuals.
Dr. Albrar Al-Shaer, Ph.D., from Nourish Women Nutrition, LLC, emphasized the complexity of factors impacting IVF success, including ovarian reserve, stimulation, fertilization, embryo development, and implantation. She highlighted the importance of optimizing each stage for a successful pregnancy and acknowledged that patients seeking IVF often face pre-existing fertility challenges, necessitating meticulous care throughout the process.
The review mainly focused on nutritional interventions that women can undertake without a clinician’s prescription. It explored how diet, particularly those rich in trans fats, refined carbohydrates, and added sugars, might negatively impact female fertility, prompting a crucial examination of diet’s influence on IVF outcomes.
Examining studies spanning from January 2015 to May 2023, the review systematically assessed various nutritional supplements and their implications on IVF results. However, the study predominantly focused on female-related analyses.
The review indicated the potential benefits of certain supplements like DHEA, COQ-10, omega-3 free fatty acids, melatonin, and myo-inositol in enhancing IVF outcomes. Notably, DHEA and COQ-10 appeared advantageous for women undergoing ovarian stimulation, potentially improving IVF outcomes.
Professor Roger Hart, a study author, highlighted the potential of DHEA and COQ-10 to improve IVF outcomes in cases where women had previously shown a poor ovarian response to stimulation. He emphasized the potential benefits of COQ-10 for older women or those with inadequate ovarian responses or poor embryonic development.
While omega-3 free fatty acids and melatonin showcased potential benefits, further research is essential to determine their optimal usage. Myo-inositol might benefit women with polycystic ovary syndrome, yet appropriate dosing requires more investigation.
Ultimately, the review suggested that embracing a Mediterranean diet might contribute positively to successful IVF, although further research is imperative to fully comprehend its impact.
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