Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin C (sodium ascorbate)
For the body system: Lymphatics

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Source of validity: Scientific
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Vitamin C (as sodium ascorbate) has some scientific basis for its use in supporting the lymphatic system, though the evidence is not robust or highly specific. The lymphatic system is integral to immune function, and Vitamin C is well-documented to support immune health by acting as an antioxidant and by playing a role in immune cell function, such as the proliferation and function of lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell found in lymphatic tissue). Some studies have observed that Vitamin C supplementation may enhance lymphocyte activity and improve resistance to infections, indirectly supporting the function of the lymphatic system. However, direct evidence specifically linking Vitamin C supplementation to improved lymphatic drainage or direct enhancement of lymphatic system health is limited.

Most of the scientific support comes from Vitamin C’s general immunomodulatory and antioxidant effects, which can help reduce oxidative stress and support the overall function of immune-related tissues, including those in the lymphatic system. Clinical trials have primarily focused on Vitamin C’s role in preventing or treating infections and oxidative stress rather than direct effects on lymphatic health. Thus, while Vitamin C is important for overall immune function and, by extension, may support aspects of lymphatic health, there is currently only modest scientific validation for its targeted use in supporting the lymphatic system.

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