This One Plant Just Might Get You Pregnant

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There are a lot of nutrients that get thrown around when you’re trying to support your fertility and reproductive health. But one in particular deserves a little spotlight: DHA (short for docosahexaenoic acid- yes, it’s a mouthful, but stick with us).

It’s a type of omega-3 fatty acid, and it’s kind of a big deal when it comes to egg and sperm health. Most people don’t realize just how central it is - not just for fertility, but for overall hormonal and cellular health, too.  So if egg and sperm health is part of your fertility goal, DHA absolutely deserves a seat at the table.

What even is DHA?

DHA is a structural fat (the good kind) found in your brain, your eyes, and yep - your reproductive cells. It’s one of the most important omega-3s for your body, especially during times when your system is working a little harder, like prepping for pregnancy.

But here’s the catch: your body doesn’t make much of it on its own. That means you need to get it through diet or supplements - and most of us aren’t hitting those optimal levels, especially if we’re not eating oily fish on the regular.

Why your eggs care about DHA

It takes about three months for an egg to fully mature before ovulation. That means the health of your eggs today is shaped by the nutrients you’re getting right now.

DHA helps by:

• Supporting egg cell membranes, keeping them stable and strong

• Helping reduce oxidative stress, which can affect egg quality

• Fueling mitochondria (aka the egg’s battery pack) so they have the stamina to do their thing

And yes, sperm need DHA too

And for those with sperm, DHA is just as essential and helps sperm show up and do their job well.

 DHA helps by:

• Sperm shape + structure (which matters for swimming and fertilizing)

• Motility, or how well sperm move

• Overall sperm count + function

Beyond fertility: the full-body perks

Supporting fertility isn't just about the reproductive organs. It’s about your whole body working in sync.  Think of it as one of those behind-the-scenes nutrients doing the heavy lifting.  DHA is also excellent in supporting brain and mental clarity, mood regulation and stress resilience (major for hormone balance) and immune function, which helps creates a healthy environment for conception  

Fishy business? Not here. OVA does it differently.

Most DHA supplements come from fish oil - but let’s be real: that can come with some baggage (think: mercury, microplastics, sustainability concerns).  At OVA, we've skipped the fish entirely.  OVAOmega Vegan Reproductive Omega-3 DHA uses DHA from algae - the same source fish get it from, minus the ocean contaminants.  Cleaner for your body. Kinder to the planet.