Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin E (alpha tocopheryl)
For the body system: Capillaries

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Source of validity: Scientific
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Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) is an antioxidant nutrient that has been studied for its role in maintaining vascular health, including the integrity of capillaries and other blood vessels. Scientific evidence suggests that Vitamin E can protect cell membranes from oxidative damage by neutralizing free radicals. This antioxidant action is thought to help preserve the structure and function of capillary walls. Historically, Vitamin E deficiency has been associated with increased capillary fragility and easy bruising, which lends some biological plausibility to its role in supporting capillary health. However, clinical studies specifically evaluating Vitamin E supplementation for strengthening capillaries or reducing capillary fragility in the general population are limited and results are mixed. Some small studies and older literature have reported modest improvements in symptoms like bruising or petechiae (small red or purple spots due to bleeding under the skin) in individuals with Vitamin E deficiency after supplementation. However, large-scale trials have not consistently confirmed a significant benefit of Vitamin E supplementation for vascular or capillary health in otherwise healthy individuals. In summary, there is a scientific rationale and some limited evidence for the use of Vitamin E to support capillary integrity, particularly in the context of deficiency, but robust clinical validation in the general population is lacking.

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