Reproductive melanization may protect sperm from harmful solar radiation
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DOI: 10.1007/s10682-018-9932-9
Abstract: Animal pigmentation is incredibly diverse, serving a variety of functions. However, the function of the pigmentation that surrounds the testes of some vertebrates is unknown. Why are the tissues surrounding the testes (scrotum, tunica vaginalis… read more here.
Keywords: melanin; reproductive melanization; may protect; protect sperm ... See more keywords
Allicin and hesperidin protect sperm production from environmental toxins in mice
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-025-97730-9
Abstract: This study investigates the protective effects of Allicin (A), a bioactive compound from garlic, and Hesperidin (HSD), a citrus flavonoid, against reproductive damage induced by para-nonylphenol (p-NP), an environmental pollutant, in mice. Fifty 8- to… read more here.
Keywords: protect sperm; hesperidin; hormone levels; damage ... See more keywords