Bee superfood tested as fertility aid for unexplained infertility
NCT ID NCT07337265
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether taking royal jelly, a bee product, can improve sperm DNA quality and pregnancy rates in couples with unexplained infertility. Eighty men will take either royal jelly or a placebo daily for three months. Researchers will measure sperm damage, hormone levels, and how many couples become pregnant naturally.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Royal Jelly (dietary supplement)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, natural supplement to improve sperm health and increase chances of pregnancy for couples with unexplained infertility.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 80 participants. The supplement may not improve pregnancy rates, and results may not apply to everyone.
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