Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin E (mixed alpha-tocopherol)
For the body system: Testes

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Source of validity: Scientific
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Vitamin E, particularly in the form of mixed tocopherols (including alpha-tocopherol), has scientific backing for its role in supporting testicular function, mainly due to its antioxidant properties. The testes are highly susceptible to oxidative stress, which can impair spermatogenesis and testosterone production. Several animal studies show that Vitamin E supplementation protects testicular tissue from oxidative damage, improves sperm quality, and supports normal testicular histology. For example, research in rodents has demonstrated that Vitamin E deficiency leads to testicular degeneration and impaired fertility, while supplementation can reverse or prevent such effects. In humans, some clinical studies have found that Vitamin E, often combined with other antioxidants, can improve sperm motility and function in men with infertility related to oxidative stress.

However, the evidence in humans is mixed, and Vitamin E supplementation alone is not universally effective for all causes of male infertility or testicular dysfunction. Most positive results are seen in populations with oxidative stress-induced infertility. There is also a tradition of using Vitamin E for male reproductive health, but its justification today is primarily scientific, based on mechanistic studies and some clinical trials. Overall, the evidence supports a moderate benefit, especially for individuals with documented oxidative stress or Vitamin E deficiency, but it is not a panacea for all testicular issues.

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