New research has linked better reproductive health with higher antioxidant intake.
The study, published in Gynecological Endocrinology, developed the Composite Dietary Antioxidant Index (CDAI), a metric that, according to the report, "is linearly and inversely associated with the prevalence of female infertility, highlighting the potential importance of antioxidant-rich diets in promoting women's reproductive health."
The researchers found that CDAI is linearly and inversely associated with the prevalence of female infertility, highlighting the potential importance of antioxidant-rich diets in promoting women’s reproductive health.
Why this matters
Infertility is a recognised global public health concern.
From 1990 to 2017, the global age-standardised prevalence of female infertility increased by an average of 0.37% per year.
Women who are experiencing infertility have a 32% higher risk of all-cause mortality. They are more susceptible to metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular events and certain cancers, including uterine, ovarian and lung cancer.
Additionally, information surrounding PCOS continues to grow, with the condition now believed to impact up to ten per cent of women of childbearing age.
The findings reinforce the concept behind California Greens' Healthy Fertility, a specially formulated product designed to support female fertility and hormonal balance.
The product contains L-Carnitine and Acetyl-L-Carnitine, which help regulate hormones, enhance insulin sensitivity, support healthy weight management and reduce unwanted testosterone levels.
The formula is enriched with L-Arginine to improve blood flow to the uterus, supporting optimal conditions for implantation.
Folic Acid is included to enhance conception rates and early pregnancy support.
In addition, Healthy Fertility provides a powerful blend of highly bioavailable antioxidants, including chelated Zinc and Selenium, bioflavonoids, Vitamin C and Biotin, to protect reproductive cells from oxidative stress and support overall reproductive health.
All these benefits are delivered in a single, convenient, sugar-free sachet with a pleasant, refreshing flavour, ensuring excellent compliance.
"Female reproductive health isn't a one-dimensional condition," said Dr Ahmed Elbandy of California Greens. "Nutraceutical support should provide a wide range of health benefits, including strong antioxidant support."
"It's encouraging to see ongoing research that evaluates and reinforces the need for nutrients such as these in relation to PCOS, infertility and reproductive health, in general."
"Healthy Fertility was developed to give women a focused nutraceutical option built around robust and comprehensive nutritional support."
"As more research emerges, our formula continues to be an approach that fits well within the broader PCOS and fertility conversation."