Health Benefits and Nutritional Aspects of Date Palm Pollen

Waly, Mostafa I.

doi:10.14206/canad.j.clin.nutr.2020.01.01

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“…Another use of DPP has been in traditional or folk medicine, where it has been used to treat male infertility, while the consumption of male flowers has been used to improve fertility [74]. Currently, it is used as a dietary supplement to increase libido and improve fertility in both women and men [75,76]. A recent study reported that DPP intake in male patients induces a significant increase in testosterone levels and in the follicle stimulating hormone.…”

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Date Palm Pollen: Features, Production, Extraction and Pollination Methods

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Date palm pollen (DPP) plays a very important role in the fertilization process, since its viability and the pollination method influence on the quality, development, and yield of the fruit. In the present study, a broad review of its main characteristics, consumption, and DPP production are presented, as well as a description of its extraction methods and viability tests. The evolution of the pollination methods used in the date palm is also presented, from its natural pollination to the use of specialized mechanical and electrical devices, as well as the use of dry DPP and the current trend towards the use of DPP in liquid suspension. Likewise, the efficiency of the methods of natural pollination (wind); traditional (strands placement); dusting hand; dusting with manual, mechanical, or electric pollinator; and liquid pollination were evaluated from the fruit set percentage (FSP). Finally, starting from a scientometric analysis, the pollination methods were widely discussed, concluding that the dusting spraying of pollen suspension with liquid DPP is the pollination method that commonly presents the highest FSP, followed by dusting dry DPP with a motorized pollinator.

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“…This study suggested that DPP has a cardiotonic effect due to its polyphenol contents, primarily involved in vasodilation through nitric oxide production [ 116 ], which translates into penile erection [ 117 ]. Moreover, the beneficial effects of DPP on sexual function and behavior may also be attributed to its androgenic properties [ 41 ]. Androgens, including testosterone, play a crucial role in regulating the magnitude of the penile erectile response, venous outflow from cavernous spaces, and sexual desire [ 101 , 118 ].…”

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“…The results from these studies illustrate the ameliorative effects of DPP not only on semen quality parameters but also on the reproductive system as a whole. These beneficial effects have been attributed to the abundance of phenolic compounds in DPP [ 3 , 41 ], known for their antioxidant activities. In this vein, a recent study by Falahati et al [ 47 ] indicated that the consumption of 400 mg/kg of body weight over 74 days in infertile men significantly improved semen volume, count, and morphology by reducing reactive oxygen species (ROS) and increasing the expression of antioxidant genes, such as peroxiredoxin-1 (PRDX1) and peroxiredoxin-6 (PRDX6).…”

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Reproductive Enhancement through Phytochemical Characteristics and Biological Activities of Date Palm Pollen: A Comprehensive Review on Potential Mechanism Pathways

Salhi,

Rahim,

Chentouf

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Infertility represents a significant global health challenge affecting both men and women. Despite regular unprotected sexual intercourse, approximately 15% of couples of reproductive age struggle to conceive within 12 months, with 10% of infertility cases attributed to unknown causes worldwide. As a result, numerous studies have turned their attention to exploring the use of natural products for the prevention and treatment of infertility. Among these natural remedies is date palm pollen (DPP), a male reproductive powder derived from the blossoms of the Phoenix dactylifera L. palm tree, which has a long history of use as a dietary supplement, particularly as an aphrodisiac and fertility enhancer for both men and women. This review critically examines the diverse components of DPP, including metabolites, proteins, amino acids, fatty acids, to elucidate its potential impact on human reproduction. The analysis thoroughly assesses the composition of DPP in relation to its effects on enhancing reproductive processes and delves into its traditional uses and therapeutic benefits in male fertility, such as the enhancement of sexual desire, semen quality, and hormonal equilibrium. Similarly, it explores the influence of DPP on female fertility, emphasizing its potential to improve factors such as lubrication, desire, ovulation, and hormonal balance. Overall, this review underscores the potential of DPP as a natural remedy for addressing reproductive disorders.

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“…The aphrodisiac effect of DPP might be attributed to the presence of estrogen hormones. The pharmacological effects of DPP are not limited to males, as it has also demonstrated activities on gonadal stimulating potency and fertility promotion in women [ 54 ]. Date palm have a role in fertility improvement and sexual reproduction ( Figure 3 ).…”

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Therapeutic Potential of Date Palm against Human Infertility: A Review

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Male and female infertility is a global major health problem. Approximately 15% of couples of a reproductive age are unable to achieve the desired pregnancy within 12 months, despite daily unprotected sexual intercourse, and about 10% of infertilities have no specific reason worldwide. Currently, many researchers are interested to investigate the use of natural remedies for preventive and curative purposes of infertility. This review brings together some of the data on the nutritional characteristics of the date palm and its different parts on fertility outcomes and critically evaluates the past and recent literature relevant to the consumption of date fruit against infertility-related problems. Due to its antioxidant potential, dates are considered a functional treatment for reducing the risks of infertility. In males, the date palm has a potent effect on the reproductive parameters including hormonal levels and seminal vesicle parameters as well as sperm motility, count, and viability; whereas, in females, it shows a convincing effect on reproductive parameters including oogenesis process, strengthening of oocytes, regulation of hormones, strengthening of pregnancy, reduction of the need for labor augmentation, and postpartum hemorrhage prevention.

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Health Benefits and Nutritional Aspects of Date Palm Pollen

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Date Palm Pollen: Features, Production, Extraction and Pollination Methods

Date Palm Pollen: Features, Production, Extraction and Pollination Methods

Reproductive Enhancement through Phytochemical Characteristics and Biological Activities of Date Palm Pollen: A Comprehensive Review on Potential Mechanism Pathways

Therapeutic Potential of Date Palm against Human Infertility: A Review

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