Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin E (tocopherol not specified)
For the body system: Capillaries

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Source of validity: Scientific
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Vitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant that has been studied for its effects on vascular health, including the integrity and function of capillaries. The rationale for its use is primarily based on its ability to protect cell membranes from oxidative damage by neutralizing free radicals. Capillaries, being small and delicate blood vessels, are susceptible to oxidative stress, which can lead to increased permeability or fragility. Historically, vitamin E deficiency has been associated with symptoms such as capillary leakage and increased erythrocyte hemolysis, which suggests a role in maintaining capillary stability. However, direct clinical trials specifically evaluating vitamin E supplementation for the explicit purpose of supporting or "strengthening" capillaries in otherwise healthy individuals are limited and yield mixed results. Some small studies have suggested that vitamin E may reduce capillary fragility in certain populations, such as those with vitamin E deficiency or specific vascular disorders, but large-scale or robust evidence is lacking. Major reviews and guidelines do not specifically recommend vitamin E for routine support of capillary health in the general population. Therefore, while there is a scientific basis for its antioxidant role and some limited clinical data, the evidence supporting vitamin E supplementation specifically for capillary support is modest at best.

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