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

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Source of validity: Scientific
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Vitamin B9, also known as folate or folic acid, has scientific validation for its role in supporting the ovaries and overall female reproductive health. Folate is crucial for DNA synthesis, repair, and methylation, processes that are essential for the proper function of rapidly dividing cells, such as those in the ovaries during oocyte (egg) maturation. Scientific studies have demonstrated that adequate folate levels are associated with improved fertility outcomes and oocyte quality in women. For example, research has shown that women with sufficient folate intake have a higher chance of conception and lower risk of ovulatory infertility. Furthermore, folate supplementation is universally recommended before and during pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects in the developing fetus, highlighting its centrality to reproductive health. While most of the research focuses on pregnancy outcomes, there is also evidence that folate supports hormonal balance and follicular development in the ovaries. However, while the scientific evidence is strong for folate's role in reproductive and ovarian health, it should be noted that the majority of clinical recommendations pertain to preconception and early pregnancy rather than targeting ovarian health directly in non-pregnant women. Nevertheless, the established biological mechanisms and clinical data justify the use of vitamin B9 to support the ovarian system.

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