Abstract
Diet is a critical factor for the development of both embryo and fetus, as well as
maternal health. In particular, two natural molecules have been shown to exert beneficial
effects on fertility, pregnancy wellness and embryo development: myo-inositol and
melatonin, whose requirements increase during pregnancy.
In the present review, we summarize the most important functions of melatonin and
myo-inositol on male and female reproductive systems (oocyte quality and development,
sperm quality), on the maintenance of a physiological pregnancy and on embryo development.
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Publication history
Published online: August 01, 2011
Accepted:
July 11,
2011
Received in revised form:
May 12,
2011
Received:
March 2,
2011
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