Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), one of the omega-3 fatty acids, is an antioxidant and is important for the functioning of the heart and brain. There are numerous advantages of omega-3 fatty acids for your fertility and reproductive health such as regulating your hormones (which is important for ovulation); increasing blood flow to the uterus; reducing inflammation in the body; improving the ability of the embryo to implant in the uterus; etc...

A smaller study revealed that DHA supplementation reduced DNA damage in sperm. The health of the mom and unborn child during pregnancy may be improved by omega-3 fatty acids (found in fish and fish oil), but it is less certain how these nutrients would affect fertility. There is no link between omega-3 intake and successful pregnancy, according to a review of data on IVF participants.