Studies confirm that while it contains components found in food, semen is not a viable nutritional supplement.

Some of the more intriguing, and often cited, studies have explored potential physiological or psychological effects. Early research, particularly from the late 20th and early 21st centuries, *suggested* possible links between exposure to seminal plasma (often through oral sex) and outcomes like reduced risk of preeclampsia in pregnancy or even mood effects, sometimes linked to the presence of prostaglandins or other hormonal components. However, these studies often have limitations, require replication, and the mechanisms are not fully understood or universally accepted. While the body *can* absorb components through oral membranes, the extent and impact of this absorption from the small volume of semen