Evidence supporting the use of: Dwarf Bilberry
For the health condition: Capillary Weakness

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Synopsis

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

Dwarf Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus, also known as bilberry or European blueberry) has a history of traditional use in herbal medicine for supporting vascular health, including capillary fragility and weakness. Folk medicine in Europe has used bilberry extracts and preparations to improve blood circulation and strengthen the walls of blood vessels, largely attributed to the presence of anthocyanins—pigments that are thought to have antioxidant and vessel-protective effects. Historically, bilberry has been employed for conditions such as varicose veins, hemorrhoids, and microvascular complications, which are associated with capillary weakness.

However, while traditional use is well-documented, solid scientific evidence specifically for "dwarf" bilberry and its effectiveness for capillary weakness is limited. Some clinical studies on bilberry (not always specifying the dwarf species) and its anthocyanins show potential benefits for microcirculation and capillary integrity, but results are mixed and often extrapolated from studies on related species or on purified anthocyanin extracts. Systematic reviews and meta-analyses generally conclude that more rigorous and targeted research is needed. Thus, the use of dwarf bilberry for capillary weakness is best categorized as traditional, with a modest level of supporting evidence (2/5) based on limited clinical and preclinical findings.

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