Evidence supporting the use of: Cypress
For the body system: Capillaries

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Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly in Europe and the Mediterranean, where it has been employed to support the circulatory system, including capillary health. Traditional herbalists have used cypress essential oil and extracts for conditions related to poor circulation, such as varicose veins, hemorrhoids, and capillary fragility. The rationale stemmed from its reputed astringent and vasoconstrictive properties, believed to strengthen blood vessels and reduce excessive bleeding or swelling.

However, scientific validation for these uses is limited. Some laboratory and animal studies suggest potential anti-inflammatory and vasoprotective effects of cypress extracts, but there is a lack of robust clinical trials in humans specifically targeting capillary health. Reviews of herbal medicine acknowledge cypress’s traditional role but also emphasize the paucity of direct evidence. Therefore, while its use is supported by tradition, the current scientific evidence base is weak, and more research is necessary to confirm its efficacy and safety for supporting the capillaries and related circulatory concerns.

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