+fertimen

Our +ferti range uses 5-MTHF folate (not synthetic folic acid), which is the most bioavailable folate available for food supplements. This formula ensures maximum absorption. Read our article to find out more.

Folic acid concerns both women and men. The results of two independent studies suggest that high doses of supplemental folate may help the body reduce the negative effects of environmental pollutants on fertility. It is also described as the vitamin of life.
Higher intakes of 5-MTHF have been correlated with a reduced risk of infertility, shorter time to pregnancy, lower risk of miscarriage and better results from fertility treatments.

• Folates play a role in the cell division process?

*Dietary folate intake and modification of the association of urinary bisphenol A concentrations with in vitro fertilization outcomes among women from a fertility clinic. Lidia Mínguez-Alarcóna, Audrey J. Gaskinsb, Yu-Han Chiub, Irene Souterd, Paige L. Williamsc, Antonia M. Calafatf, Russ Hausera, Jorge E. Chavarrob, and the EARTH.

Selenium is important for male fertility because it is a powerful antioxidant known to stabilise the integrity of sperm flagella. Scientists have found that selenium deficiency can lead to reduced sperm quality, which is why it is important for men to optimise their selenium intake if they wish to conceive.

• Selenium contributes to normal spermatogenesis.
• Selenium helps protect cells against oxidative stress.
• Selenium contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system.
• Selenium contributes to normal thyroid function.

While most prenatal vitamin supplements use vitamin D from an animal source (lamb’s wool), our +ferti range has been designed with vitamin D carefully extracted from seaweed to provide an easily absorbable vegan form of vitamin D3. Made with Vita-algae D, a sustainable, vegan form of cholecalciferol (vitamin D3).

• Vitamin D plays a role in the cell division process.
• Calcium and vitamin D are necessary for normal growth and bone development in children.

Male infertility is the cause of conception failure in up to 80% of cases, mainly due to oxidative stress and poor sperm quality. An Italian study has shown that the vitamin E content in the blood of infertile men is much lower than that of fertile men. Low concentrations of vitamin E were correlated with morphologically abnormal and less mobile spermatozoa.

Oxidative stress and an inadequate intake of vitamin E should therefore be avoided, particularly in cases of existing reduced fertility or to optimise fertility when trying to have children.

An increased intake of vitamin E can significantly increase fertility in both men and women.

• Vitamin E helps protect cells against oxidative stress.

Benedetti S, Tagliamonte MC, Catalani S. Reprod Biomed Online. 2012 Sep;25(3):300-6. Differences in blood and semen oxidative status in fertile and infertile men, and their relationship with sperm quality.

Arginine is one of the 20 amino acids that make up our proteins.
Taking L-Arginine is beneficial for both male and female fertility. It is often recommended for couples trying to conceive. It helps the body produce nitric oxide, which promotes blood flow to the genitals and ovaries.
This is an amino acid that can improve sperm development, produce better sperm and increase their number and motility.

Carnitine is present in very high concentrations in the epididymides, which store and transport sperm. Carnitine could protect spermatozoa from oxidative damage and could therefore improve sperm quality. The results of a study involving 52 men with idiopathic infertility confirm this hypothesis: the subjects were divided into two groups and given either clomiphene (an anti-oestrogenic drug) or 2g of L-carnitine a day for three months. Both substances increased sperm count and motility.
Moradi M. Safety and efficacy of clomiphene citrate and L-carnitine in idiopathic male infertility. Urol J 2010; 7(3):188-93.

Taurine, an amino acid, is thought to play an essential role in sperm production.
The results of a study by the University of Tsukuba and Cornell University show that it is this amino acid, produced naturally in the male genital tract, that plays an essential role in the ability of spermatozoa to ‘swim’ through the female reproductive tract.

Scientific studies now confirm that coenzyme Q10 supplementation can significantly improve sperm parameters.
Coenzyme Q10 is a powerful antioxidant that is essential for protecting the body from damage caused by free radicals. It is present in the mitochondria (the energy centres of cells), in the blood and in cell membranes.
2 Alahmar AT et al. Coenzyme Q10 improves sperm parameters, oxidative stress markers and sperm DNA fragmentation in infertile patients with idiopathic oligoasthenozoospermia. World J Mens Health 2021;39:346-51.

Vitamin B12 ensures balanced, high-quality sex hormones. Sufficient levels of this vitamin may help to keep spermatozoa plentiful and functional.

• Vitamin B12 plays a role in the cell division process.
• Vitamin B12 contributes to normal psychological function.
• Vitamin B12 contributes to normal energy metabolism.

Vitamin C is an essential antioxidant for men and women who want to become parents. Studies have shown that taking vitamin C is effective in stimulating fertility.

According to a study published in ‘The Journal of Fertility and Sterility’, vitamin C helps to improve sperm quality and prevents degradation of the DNA contained in sperm.

• Vitamin C increases iron absorption.
• Vitamin C helps protect cells against oxidative stress.
• Vitamin C contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system.
• Vitamin C contributes to normal psychological function.

According to several comparative studies, zinc has been found to have an effect on male reproductive health. This trace element is very present in the male genital tract, as it plays a key role in the synthesis of sperm (spermatogenesis) and testosterone. Studies have shown a significant increase in testosterone production and sperm mobility in men who have benefited from zinc supplementation.

• Zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction.
• Zinc helps maintain normal levels of testosterone in the blood.
• Zinc plays a role in the cell division process.