Evidence supporting the use of: Bioflavonoids
For the health condition: Angina
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Bioflavonoids, often referred to as vitamin P, are plant-derived compounds historically used in traditional and natural medicine for various cardiovascular conditions, including angina. The rationale behind their use is primarily based on their purported ability to strengthen capillaries, improve circulation, and act as antioxidants. Historically, citrus bioflavonoids were combined with vitamin C in supplements marketed for vascular health, and some traditional practitioners recommended them for chest pain or angina, hypothesizing potential benefits from improved vascular tone and reduced oxidative stress in blood vessels.
However, scientific evidence directly supporting the use of unspecified bioflavonoids for the treatment or prevention of angina is limited and weak. Most clinical research on bioflavonoids has focused on their antioxidant properties and potential to reduce vascular inflammation, but robust, high-quality trials specifically examining their effect on angina are lacking. Some preliminary studies suggest that certain flavonoids (such as those found in cocoa or red wine) may have modest benefits for endothelial function, but these findings cannot be directly extrapolated to unspecified "bioflavonoid" supplements or to the management of angina pectoris.
In summary, the use of bioflavonoids for angina is primarily based on traditional practices and theoretical mechanisms, with little direct scientific validation to support their efficacy for this condition.
Other ingredients used for Angina
acetyl l-carnitinearjun tree
ashwagandha
beet
berberine
bergamot
black garlic
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
curcumin
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)
fish oil
forskohlii root
garlic bulb
hawthorn
kudzu
l-arginine
l-carnitine
l-citrulline
l-taurine
magnesium
marine lipid
omega-3 fatty acids
pomegranate
red yeast rice
resveratrol
rhodiola
ubiquinol
jiaogulan
inula racemosa
lingusticum wallichii
polyphenols
Arjuna
Arginine Creatine
Arginine nitrate
Allicin
Arginine orotate
Aconite
Acetylsalicylic acid
Arjunic Acid
Bishop's Weed
Black galingale
Barleria
Bioflavonoids
Borneol
Danshen
Eicosapentaenoic Acid
Flavonoids
Other health conditions supported by Bioflavonoids
Aging (prevention)Allergies (respiratory)
Angina
Arthritis
Bleeding (external)
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Bruises (prevention)
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Capillary Weakness
Cardiovascular Disease
Circulation (poor)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Congestion (sinus)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Edema
Eye Problems
Eyes (red or itching)
Eyesight (poor)
Free Radical Damage
Gingivitis
Hemorrhoids
Inflammation
Inflammatory Bowel Disorders
Macular Degeneration
Menopause