Evidence supporting the use of: Alpha-Glycosyl Isoquercetin
For the body system: Capillaries

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Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Alpha-Glycosyl Isoquercetin is a highly bioavailable form of quercetin, a flavonoid known for its antioxidant and vascular-protective effects. Scientific studies have shown that quercetin and its derivatives can strengthen capillary walls, reduce capillary permeability, and decrease oxidative stress in vascular tissues. These effects are relevant to the support of healthy capillary function and microcirculation. For example, several clinical and preclinical studies have demonstrated that quercetin supplementation can decrease symptoms of capillary fragility and edema, particularly in conditions like chronic venous insufficiency. Alpha-Glycosyl Isoquercetin, specifically, has been developed to improve intestinal absorption and plasma bioavailability compared to standard quercetin, potentially enhancing its vascular benefits.

Research published in peer-reviewed journals indicates that quercetin and its glycosylated forms can inhibit enzymes like hyaluronidase and elastase, which break down connective tissue in capillaries, and can stabilize endothelial function. However, while the mechanistic and preliminary clinical evidence is promising, large-scale, long-term clinical trials are still limited, and most data are extrapolated from studies on quercetin rather than specifically alpha-glycosyl isoquercetin. Therefore, scientific validation exists, but the strength of evidence is moderate rather than definitive.

In summary, alpha-glycosyl isoquercetin is used to support the capillaries based on scientific evidence of quercetin’s vascular-protective effects, with improved absorption potentially offering enhanced efficacy, but more direct clinical evidence is needed.

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Other body systems supported by Alpha-Glycosyl Isoquercetin

Arteries
Blood
Capillaries
Circulatory System
Heart
Immune System

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