Folic acid may improve fertility -Magnafolate

Folic acid and zinc are often sold together as supplements marketed to boost male fertility.

Many studies have looked into these supplements. Yet, they’ve observed mixed results, especially among healthy men. However, among men with fertility issues, some research suggests these supplements may improve fertility.

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In an older study from 2002 in 108 fertile and 103 subfertile men, taking 5 mg of folic acid and 66 mg of zinc daily for 6 months increased sperm count by 74% in the subfertile group.

A review of 7 controlled trial studies in subfertile men also found that those who took a daily folate and zinc supplement had a significantly higher sperm concentration, as well as much higher quality sperm, than those taking a placebo.

Similarly, a 6-month study in 64 men with infertility found that those who took a daily supplement containing vitamin E, selenium, and folate had a significantly higher sperm count and more motile sperm than those who took a placebo.

However, other studies have found that folate and zinc have no effect on male fertility and conception.

For example, a recent 6-month study in 2,370 men seeking help with infertility concluded that daily supplements containing 5 mg of folic acid and 30 mg of zinc did not significantly improve semen quality or aid conception.

As such, despite some evidence that the combination of folic acid and zinc may promote fertility, more research is needed.

Magnafolate® ,the Manufacturers & Supplier of active folate.
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