Human growth hormone (HGH) is a peptide hormone produced naturally by the pituitary gland. As the name suggests, it plays a key role in growth, cell reproduction and regeneration. There has been some speculation around using HGH supplements to improve egg quality and fertility in women. However, the evidence on this is limited and more research is still needed.
Some key points on HGH and egg quality:
- HGH levels naturally decline with age in both men and women. This coincides with a decline in fertility and egg quality as women get older. Hence the hypothesis that boosting HGH could help improve egg health.
- Some small studies have shown minor improvements in egg quality parameters like egg maturity rates and embryo quality in IVF patients given HGH. However, results have been mixed overall.
- The proposed mechanisms by which HGH could improve egg quality include:
- Increasing the number of follicles able to mature in each ovulation cycle
- Enhancing follicle and egg development and growth
- Reducing chromosomal abnormalities in eggs that can cause issues like Down's syndrome
- Larger and longer-term studies are still needed to conclusively prove both the efficacy and safety of using HGH to improve fertility.
- HGH can have side effects like swelling, joint pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and increased insulin resistance at higher doses. It should only be taken under medical supervision.
At Hormone Harmony Clinic, we offer pharmaceutically produced HGH therapy using a low dose protocol aimed specifically at improving egg quality and fertility in women. Contact us for a consultation with our hormone specialists to see if HGH may be right for you.
In summary, while HGH holds some promise for improving egg quality, further research is still needed in this area. Women should be wary of claims that HGH definitively enhances fertility and only take it under medical supervision due to potential side effects. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle remains the most reliable way to maximize your fertility and egg quality as you age.