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Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Vitamin E (including vitamin E acetate) has been investigated for its role in supporting the male reproductive system, particularly in relation to fertility. Early studies in animals demonstrated that vitamin E deficiency could result in testicular degeneration and impaired fertility, which led to its designation as a "fertility vitamin" in the early 20th century. In humans, vitamin E functions as a potent lipid-soluble antioxidant, protecting cell membranes, including those in sperm, from oxidative stress and free radical damage.

Some small clinical studies have suggested that vitamin E supplementation may improve certain sperm parameters (such as motility and morphology) in men with infertility related to oxidative stress. For example, a few randomized controlled trials have shown modest improvements in sperm quality and, in rare cases, pregnancy rates when vitamin E is given alone or combined with other antioxidants. However, large, well-conducted trials demonstrating a clear and consistent benefit for fertility or other aspects of male reproductive health are lacking.

While there is mechanistic plausibility and limited human evidence, the overall quality and consistency of the scientific data are moderate to weak. Therefore, vitamin E's use for male reproductive support is primarily supported by biological rationale and some preliminary clinical findings, but it is not robustly validated by high-level clinical evidence.

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