Key Findings:  Beta-caryophyllene effectively reduced the damage done to sperm cells by cadmium chloride (CC) and showed protective effects in testicular oxidation, suggesting potential future studies and uses in the treatment of male infertility.
Type of Study:  Laboratory Study
Study Result:  Positive
Research Location(s):  Mexico
Year of Pub:  2022
Cannabinoids Studied: 
Phytocannabinoid Source:  Not Applicable
Terpenes Studied:  ß-Caryophyllene
Route of Administration:  In vitro
Citation:  Espinosa-Ahedo BA, et al. Potential protective effect of beta-caryophyllene against cadmium chloride-induced damage to the male reproductive system in mouse. Reprod Toxicol. 2022; 110:19-30. doi: 10.1016/j.reprotox.2022.03.008
Authors:  Espinosa-Ahedo BA, Madrigal-Bujaidar E, Sánchez-Gutiérrez M, Izquierdo-Vega JA, Morales-González JA, Madrigal-Santillán EO, Álvarez-González I