Some people who are dealing with infertility look for alternatives to medical intervention to help them become pregnant. They may try using supplements that claim to boost fertility in males, females, or both.While there are numerous claims about the benefits of such supplements, it is essential to remember that the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) do not require most supplements to prove their effectiveness in clinical studies.
Any studies that do exist tend to be small.In this article, learn more about fertility supplements, including the possible risks. We also discuss other treatment options.
Acetyl L-carnitine (ALC) is an antioxidant. In a 2018 review, researchers sought to determine the effect of ALC on issues that affect female fertility, such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS),
endometriosis, and amenorrhea, or pain during sex. The review found that ALC showed some promise in helping treat female fertility issues. Another recent review looked at the effect that antioxidants,
including ALC, had on sperm health. The authors highlighted the impact that the antioxidants had on sperm motility.
