--- title: "Carrot Juice, Matcha, Collagen and Fertility: What Wellness Trends Can and Cannot Do" date: 2026-09-28 author: "HSFC Kenya" featured_image: "https://hsfckenya.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Carrot-Juice-Matcha-Collagen-and-Fertility-What-Wellness-Trends-Can-and-Cannot-Do-1.jpg" categories: - name: "Lifestyle" url: "/resource-library/articles/category/lifestyle.md" - name: "Male and Female Infertility" url: "/resource-library/articles/category/male-and-female-infertility.md" --- # Carrot Juice, Matcha, Collagen and Fertility: What Wellness Trends Can and Cannot Do Social media is full of fertility and wellness trends promising to support egg quality, improve sperm health, balance hormones or increase the chances of pregnancy. Carrot juice, matcha and collagen are just a few examples. These foods and supplements can certainly be part of a healthy lifestyle. But it is important to separate good nutrition from claims that a particular food or drink can “boost fertility.” At present, there is not enough evidence to say that drinking carrot juice, having matcha or taking collagen supplements directly improves fertility or increases the chance of pregnancy. **CARROT JUICE: nutritious, but not a fertility treatment** Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, a nutrient that the body can convert into vitamin A. Vitamin A has important roles in normal vision, immune function and reproduction. Carrot juice can therefore be a nutritious addition to a balanced diet. Some fertility-related social-media posts suggest drinking large quantities of carrot juice during a particular part of the menstrual cycle to improve the uterine lining or implantation. Research has shown that beta-carotene can be absorbed from carrot juice, and in some circumstances, absorption may be greater from juice than from raw carrots. But this does not mean that carrot juice improves egg quality, ovulation, sperm quality or the chances of becoming pregnant. There is currently not enough quality clinical evidence to recommend this as a fertility treatment. There is an important difference between saying “carrots provide useful nutrients” and saying “carrot juice improves fertility”. The first is supported by nutrition science. The second has not been established. Whole carrots also provide fibre, which is largely lost when carrots are juiced. For everyday nutrition, eating a variety of whole vegetables and fruits is generally more useful than relying on one particular juice. A healthy diet can support overall health, but the endometrium and implantation are influenced by many factors. Drinking a particular juice cannot replace [assessment](https://hsfckenya.com/resource-library/articles/treatments-and-services/fertility-testing-in-women/) or [treatment](https://hsfckenya.com/treatments/) when there is an underlying fertility problem. **MATCHA: antioxidants, but also caffeine** Matcha is made from finely ground green tea leaves. It contains naturally occurring compounds called catechins, which have antioxidant properties, as well as caffeine. This has led to interest in whether matcha or green tea could help protect reproductive cells from oxidative stress. The idea is biologically interesting, but that does not establish that drinking matcha improves fertility. Studies of green tea and fertility have produced mixed results, and research specifically on matcha and fertility is limited. One large prospective study of people trying to conceive did not find a clear link between green tea consumption and female fertility. Overall, there is not enough evidence to recommend matcha as a fertility-enhancing drink. **The caffeine question** If you enjoy matcha, the main practical consideration is how much caffeine you are consuming. Caffeine is found in coffee, tea, chocolate, soft drinks and energy drinks; so, all sources should be considered together. During pregnancy, professional guidance generally recommends keeping caffeine intake below 200 and 300 mg per day, depending on the guideline being followed. For someone trying to conceive or undergoing fertility treatment, it is sensible to discuss caffeine intake with the fertility team and follow their advice. Also remember that the amount of caffeine in matcha can vary considerably depending on the amount of powder used and how the drink is prepared. Matcha is therefore not something that can be labelled as a “fertility drink.” It can simply be enjoyed in moderation as part of an otherwise balanced diet. **COLLAGEN: useful protein, but no proven fertility boost** Collagen is a protein that naturally occurs in the body and contributes to the structure of skin, bones, cartilage and connective tissue. Collagen powders and drinks have become popular because they are marketed for skin, hair, joints and, increasingly, reproductive health. However, there is currently no good evidence that taking a collagen supplement improves egg quality, ovarian reserve, ovulation, sperm quality, implantation or pregnancy rates. When you consume collagen, your digestive system breaks it down into amino acids and small peptides. These building blocks can then be used by the body. They do not simply travel directly to the ovaries or reproductive organs and “build” healthier eggs or embryos. If you need more protein, collagen can be one source, but it should not be viewed as a fertility treatment. **NATURAL DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY MEAN EFFECTIVE** One of the biggest challenges with wellness trends is the assumption that natural = effective and safe. A food can be nutritious without being a treatment for infertility. Similarly, a supplement can contain an ingredient that has an interesting biological effect without there being enough evidence that taking it improves the outcome patients care about, such as pregnancy or live birth. This distinction is especially important when supplements contain several ingredients. Products marketed for fertility may contain vitamins, herbs, antioxidants or other compounds in combinations that have not been adequately studied during pregnancy or fertility treatment. **If you are taking supplements, tell your fertility or healthcare provider exactly what you are taking, including the brand and dose.** **SO, WHAT REALLY MATTERS?** There is no single “fertility food.” A healthy dietary pattern is more important than adding one fashionable ingredient. A varied diet containing vegetables, fruits, whole grains, sources of protein, healthy fats and appropriate amounts of dairy or alternatives can help support general health. For people preparing for pregnancy, evidence-based preconception care also includes appropriate [folic acid](https://hsfckenya.com/resource-library/articles/female-fertility/methylfolate-or-folic-acid-key-differences-you-should-know/) supplementation, avoiding smoking and recreational [drugs](https://hsfckenya.com/resource-library/articles/male-infertility/sex-drugs-and-fatherhood-what-scientists-want-you-to-know-about-sperm-health/), limiting [alcohol](https://hsfckenya.com/resource-library/articles/male-and-female-infertility/alcohol-and-fertility/), managing health conditions and reviewing medications and [supplements](https://hsfckenya.com/resource-library/articles/fertility/supplements-for-fertility-myth-or-fact/) with a healthcare professional. For people experiencing infertility, lifestyle measures should complement, not replace, appropriate fertility assessment and treatment. **THE BOTTOM LINE** **Carrot juice:** A source of beta-carotene and other nutrients, but there is no good evidence that carrot juice itself improves fertility. **Matcha:** Contains antioxidants and caffeine. It can be part of a balanced diet in moderation, but it has not been proven to increase fertility. Keep track of your total caffeine intake. **Collagen:** Provides protein building blocks, but there is currently no good evidence that collagen supplements improve fertility or pregnancy outcomes. The healthiest approach is not to search for one “magic” fertility food. Instead, focus on overall nutrition, healthy lifestyle habits and appropriate medical care when needed. Wellness trends can complement good fertility care, but they should not replace it.