Men's fertility supplement: supporting your conception journey

Which actives support male fertility?

Several research studies have reported a decline in sperm concentration over recent decades, which explains the growing interest in formulas dedicated to men. Our Cocooning+ Men formula brings together several actives studied for the male sphere:

• selenium, a trace element that contributes to normal spermatogenesis — that is, to the production of sperm cells — and to protecting cells against oxidative stress
• coenzyme Q10, naturally present in the body, studied in relation to sperm quality and motility
• L-carnitine and acetyl-L-carnitine, two forms of carnitine studied for their role in sperm motility
• N-acetyl-cysteine (NAC), an amino acid derivative studied for its role in antioxidant balance and its effects on sperm parameters

Factors that influence sperm quality

Spermatogenesis is a process that is sensitive to its environment. Several factors come up regularly: smoking and alcohol, excess weight, lack of sleep, prolonged stress, repeated exposure to heat, and a diet low in antioxidants. The good news is that many of these factors can be modified. After stopping smoking, for example, an improvement in sperm parameters is often observed over the following months, as a new cycle establishes itself. Moving more, sleeping better and eating well also help to preserve your energy and vitality day to day.

Tip: to give yourself the best possible chance, start your course around three months before you begin trying, and move forward together: while he supports the quality of his sperm, the mother-to-be prepares her body at the same time.

Moving forward together: fertility is a shared journey

In roughly one in two cases, a male factor is involved when a couple experiences difficulties conceiving — sometimes referred to as infertility. Preparing together, each in their own way, is therefore a meaningful approach. While he supports the quality of his sperm, the mother-to-be can prepare her body for conception, for example with our <a href="https://jollymama.com/collections/fertilite">fertility food supplements</a> collection for women. That is the spirit of our approach: working as a team, without pressure and without guilt, towards your baby project.

If you are undergoing treatment, have a medical history or an existing condition, pay close attention to possible interactions and the precautions indicated on each product page. A food supplement supports a healthy lifestyle — it does not replace one.

Sources: EFSA, authorised health claims (selenium contributes to normal spermatogenesis). ANSES, nutritional guidelines and trace element intakes.

Why selenium for male fertility?

At Jolly Mama, we select each active ingredient for what it contributes most meaningfully at every stage of motherhood. For male fertility, we have placed selenium at the heart of our Cocooning+ Men formula. Selenium contributes to normal spermatogenesis, the natural process by which sperm cells are produced, which is directly linked to male fertility. Its role in sperm quality is also the subject of ongoing research. Zinc, which we use in other formulas, also contributes to normal fertility and reproduction. For the male sphere, we have simply chosen to focus primarily on selenium, supported by complementary actives such as coenzyme Q10, L-carnitine and N-acetyl-cysteine. If you would also like to benefit from zinc, you can easily combine Cocooning+ Men with our Zinc Mama supplement: the two formulas complement each other perfectly.

Source: Hadi M, Azzawi. Effect of Selenium in Treatment of Male Infertility, Experimental Techniques in Urology & Nephrology (2018).