Assessing the influence of preconception diet on female fertility: a systematic scoping review of observational studies.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Preconception diet is a proposed modifiable risk factor for infertility. However, there is no official guidance for women in the preconception period as to which dietary approaches may improve fertility.

Objective and rationale

A comprehensive synthesis of the relevant evidence is key to determine the potentially effective dietary patterns and components as well as evidence gaps, and to provide information for nutritional recommendations for couples planning a pregnancy.

Search methods

In this systematic scoping review, four electronic databases (Medline and EMBASE via Ovid processing, CAB Direct, and CINAHL via EBSCO) were searched for observational studies (prospective and retrospective cohort, cross-sectional, and case-control studies) from inception to

SUBMITTER: Alesi S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10663051 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature