Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin B9 (unspecified)
For the body system: Uterus

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Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4

Vitamin B9, also known as folate or folic acid (when synthetic), is scientifically validated for its critical role in supporting the reproductive system, particularly in women of childbearing age, and thus has indirect benefits for the uterus. Folate is essential for DNA synthesis and cell division, processes that are fundamental during periods of rapid tissue growth such as pregnancy. Adequate folate intake prior to conception and during early pregnancy significantly reduces the risk of neural tube defects in the developing fetus. This nutrient is also critical for the formation of the placenta and proper growth of the uterine lining (endometrium), which supports embryo implantation and sustains pregnancy.

While the primary public health messaging around folate focuses on fetal health, its role in uterine health is mechanistically supported through its involvement in endometrial cell proliferation and repair. Folate deficiency has been associated with impaired fertility and poor pregnancy outcomes. For these reasons, major health organizations, including the World Health Organization and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, recommend folic acid supplementation for women planning to become pregnant. However, outside of pregnancy and fertility, direct evidence for folate’s benefits specifically to the uterus (e.g., for uterine diseases unrelated to pregnancy) is limited.

In summary, Vitamin B9 is scientifically validated for supporting uterine health, primarily through its role in fertility and pregnancy, earning it a high evidence rating for this context.

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