Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 15 Researches
7.4
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 6 Reviews
7.9
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Softgel
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Vitamin E (as D-alpha tocopherol from sunflower oil)
268 mg
1787%
Top Medical Research Studies
9
We investigated whether vitamin E supplementation affects the risk of blood clots, specifically venous thromboembolism (VTE), in women. The Women's Health Study involved nearly 40,000 women who received either vitamin E or a placebo over more than ten years.
Our findings revealed that those taking vitamin E experienced a significant reduction in VTE occurrences compared to the placebo group. Notably, women with a history of VTE or certain genetic factors benefited the most from supplementation.
Overall, vitamin E may play a protective role against blood clots, offering promise for at-risk individuals.
Our findings revealed that those taking vitamin E experienced a significant reduction in VTE occurrences compared to the placebo group. Notably, women with a history of VTE or certain genetic factors benefited the most from supplementation.
Overall, vitamin E may play a protective role against blood clots, offering promise for at-risk individuals.
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9
We explored how vitamin E affects blood clot breakdown in patients suffering from coronary spastic angina. In a well-structured study, 40 participants were split into groups receiving either vitamin E or a placebo over a month.
We observed that those who took vitamin E experienced significant improvements, with decreased levels of a key clotting factor and a marker for oxidative stress. This suggests that vitamin E may serve as an effective addition to treatments for managing coronary spasms, especially in patients without coronary atherosclerosis.
We observed that those who took vitamin E experienced significant improvements, with decreased levels of a key clotting factor and a marker for oxidative stress. This suggests that vitamin E may serve as an effective addition to treatments for managing coronary spasms, especially in patients without coronary atherosclerosis.
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8
We explored how inducing heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) could impact blood clot formation in a mouse model. Through a series of tests, we observed that mice treated with a HO-1 inducer showed a significant delay in thrombus formation.
This effect was linked to the production of bilirubin and carbon monoxide, which have protective roles in the bloodstream. Interestingly, when we used a vitamin E analogue, it almost entirely restored this delay in clotting. Overall, these findings suggest that enhancing HO-1 activity may offer a promising approach to prevent undesirable blood clots.
This effect was linked to the production of bilirubin and carbon monoxide, which have protective roles in the bloodstream. Interestingly, when we used a vitamin E analogue, it almost entirely restored this delay in clotting. Overall, these findings suggest that enhancing HO-1 activity may offer a promising approach to prevent undesirable blood clots.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
Supports blood clotting
3 people found this helpful
Super vitamin E Life Extension - as always, I'm pleased with the effective vitamin E. The jar lasts for three months, and I take one capsule daily. The quality is excellent. The capsule size is convenient. Vitamin E is vital for the female body, particularly for reproductive health. During pregnancy, it's essential for placental formation and helps reduce miscarriage risk. It's necessary when planning a pregnancy and in the first trimester. Vitamin E also impacts blood clotting and aids in preventing blood clots. I recommend it.
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4
Supports blood circulation
2 people found this helpful
Vitamin E is crucial for the human body; deficiency can lead to neuropathy and hemolytic anaemia. It's essential for slowing cell ageing, maintaining normal haemoglobin levels, strengthening capillary walls, protecting blood cells, and supporting fertility. However, be cautious, as excessive vitamin E may alter blood clotting, especially with aspirin use.
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9
Promotes women's health
1 people found this helpful
Excellent! Vitamin E is vital for women's health, supporting healthy blood vessels and frequently found in cosmetics. It aids hormone synthesis during pregnancy and is effective against benign breast lesions such as fibrocystic mastopathy. My doctor recommended it for that reason. I take one capsule after breakfast.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 15 Researches
7.4
- All Researches
9
Our exploration focused on how tocotrienols, a form of vitamin E, influence blood clotting, especially in the context of risk factors like stroke. Using a canine model, we assessed the effects of tocotrienols on platelet aggregation and thrombus formation.
The findings revealed that tocotrienols significantly inhibited both platelet thrombus formation and collagen-induced platelet aggregation. We noticed that tocotrienols could be converted to tocopherols, which might add to their effectiveness. Overall, these results suggest tocotrienols could offer a therapeutic advantage in preventing serious cardiovascular events.
The findings revealed that tocotrienols significantly inhibited both platelet thrombus formation and collagen-induced platelet aggregation. We noticed that tocotrienols could be converted to tocopherols, which might add to their effectiveness. Overall, these results suggest tocotrienols could offer a therapeutic advantage in preventing serious cardiovascular events.
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9
We investigated whether vitamin E supplementation affects the risk of blood clots, specifically venous thromboembolism (VTE), in women. The Women's Health Study involved nearly 40,000 women who received either vitamin E or a placebo over more than ten years.
Our findings revealed that those taking vitamin E experienced a significant reduction in VTE occurrences compared to the placebo group. Notably, women with a history of VTE or certain genetic factors benefited the most from supplementation.
Overall, vitamin E may play a protective role against blood clots, offering promise for at-risk individuals.
Our findings revealed that those taking vitamin E experienced a significant reduction in VTE occurrences compared to the placebo group. Notably, women with a history of VTE or certain genetic factors benefited the most from supplementation.
Overall, vitamin E may play a protective role against blood clots, offering promise for at-risk individuals.
Read More
9
We explored the effects of vitamin E and sesamin on blood pressure and blood clot formation using young rats prone to stroke. The rats were divided into four groups: a control group, a vitamin E group, a sesamin group, and a combination group for five weeks.
Notably, the rats receiving vitamin E and sesamin showed lower blood pressure and thrombotic tendencies compared to the control group. However, while there was some reduction in clot formation, it was not substantial enough to conclude a significant clinical benefit.
Thus, we observed that while vitamin E and sesamin may have some protective effects, their impact on blood clot prevention is not definitively established.
Notably, the rats receiving vitamin E and sesamin showed lower blood pressure and thrombotic tendencies compared to the control group. However, while there was some reduction in clot formation, it was not substantial enough to conclude a significant clinical benefit.
Thus, we observed that while vitamin E and sesamin may have some protective effects, their impact on blood clot prevention is not definitively established.
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9
We explored how vitamin E affects blood clot breakdown in patients suffering from coronary spastic angina. In a well-structured study, 40 participants were split into groups receiving either vitamin E or a placebo over a month.
We observed that those who took vitamin E experienced significant improvements, with decreased levels of a key clotting factor and a marker for oxidative stress. This suggests that vitamin E may serve as an effective addition to treatments for managing coronary spasms, especially in patients without coronary atherosclerosis.
We observed that those who took vitamin E experienced significant improvements, with decreased levels of a key clotting factor and a marker for oxidative stress. This suggests that vitamin E may serve as an effective addition to treatments for managing coronary spasms, especially in patients without coronary atherosclerosis.
Read More
8
We explored how inducing heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) could impact blood clot formation in a mouse model. Through a series of tests, we observed that mice treated with a HO-1 inducer showed a significant delay in thrombus formation.
This effect was linked to the production of bilirubin and carbon monoxide, which have protective roles in the bloodstream. Interestingly, when we used a vitamin E analogue, it almost entirely restored this delay in clotting. Overall, these findings suggest that enhancing HO-1 activity may offer a promising approach to prevent undesirable blood clots.
This effect was linked to the production of bilirubin and carbon monoxide, which have protective roles in the bloodstream. Interestingly, when we used a vitamin E analogue, it almost entirely restored this delay in clotting. Overall, these findings suggest that enhancing HO-1 activity may offer a promising approach to prevent undesirable blood clots.
Read More
User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 6 Reviews
7.9
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Supports blood clotting
3 people found this helpful
Super vitamin E Life Extension - as always, I'm pleased with the effective vitamin E. The jar lasts for three months, and I take one capsule daily. The quality is excellent. The capsule size is convenient. Vitamin E is vital for the female body, particularly for reproductive health. During pregnancy, it's essential for placental formation and helps reduce miscarriage risk. It's necessary when planning a pregnancy and in the first trimester. Vitamin E also impacts blood clotting and aids in preventing blood clots. I recommend it.
Read More
4
Supports blood circulation
2 people found this helpful
Vitamin E is crucial for the human body; deficiency can lead to neuropathy and hemolytic anaemia. It's essential for slowing cell ageing, maintaining normal haemoglobin levels, strengthening capillary walls, protecting blood cells, and supporting fertility. However, be cautious, as excessive vitamin E may alter blood clotting, especially with aspirin use.
Read More
9
Promotes women's health
1 people found this helpful
Excellent! Vitamin E is vital for women's health, supporting healthy blood vessels and frequently found in cosmetics. It aids hormone synthesis during pregnancy and is effective against benign breast lesions such as fibrocystic mastopathy. My doctor recommended it for that reason. I take one capsule after breakfast.
Read More
7.5
Boosts energy levels
1 people found this helpful
Excellent vitamin E. It is a powerful antioxidant that protects cells from free radicals and positively influences blood vessels. Being fat-soluble, it accumulates in the body, necessitating careful dosage. I notice significant effects, like increased energy and vitality, without gastrointestinal issues. I recommend it.
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6
Acts as a blood thinner
Good quality vitamin E. I appreciate that it's derived from sunflower oil. It's potent and can function as a blood thinner.
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Frequently Asked Questions
9
Supports blood clotting
3 people found this helpful
Super vitamin E Life Extension - as always, I'm pleased with the effective vitamin E. The jar lasts for three months, and I take one capsule daily. The quality is excellent. The capsule size is convenient. Vitamin E is vital for the female body, particularly for reproductive health. During pregnancy, it's essential for placental formation and helps reduce miscarriage risk. It's necessary when planning a pregnancy and in the first trimester. Vitamin E also impacts blood clotting and aids in preventing blood clots. I recommend it.
6
Enhances blood circulation
I consume it regularly as it aids blood circulation.
6
Acts as a blood thinner
Good quality vitamin E. I appreciate that it's derived from sunflower oil. It's potent and can function as a blood thinner.
9
Promotes women's health
1 people found this helpful
Excellent! Vitamin E is vital for women's health, supporting healthy blood vessels and frequently found in cosmetics. It aids hormone synthesis during pregnancy and is effective against benign breast lesions such as fibrocystic mastopathy. My doctor recommended it for that reason. I take one capsule after breakfast.
7.5
Boosts energy levels
1 people found this helpful
Excellent vitamin E. It is a powerful antioxidant that protects cells from free radicals and positively influences blood vessels. Being fat-soluble, it accumulates in the body, necessitating careful dosage. I notice significant effects, like increased energy and vitality, without gastrointestinal issues. I recommend it.
4
Supports blood circulation
2 people found this helpful
Vitamin E is crucial for the human body; deficiency can lead to neuropathy and hemolytic anaemia. It's essential for slowing cell ageing, maintaining normal haemoglobin levels, strengthening capillary walls, protecting blood cells, and supporting fertility. However, be cautious, as excessive vitamin E may alter blood clotting, especially with aspirin use.
9
We investigated whether vitamin E supplementation affects the risk of blood clots, specifically venous thromboembolism (VTE), in women. The Women's Health Study involved nearly 40,000 women who received either vitamin E or a placebo over more than ten years.
Our findings revealed that those taking vitamin E experienced a significant reduction in VTE occurrences compared to the placebo group. Notably, women with a history of VTE or certain genetic factors benefited the most from supplementation.
Overall, vitamin E may play a protective role against blood clots, offering promise for at-risk individuals.
Our findings revealed that those taking vitamin E experienced a significant reduction in VTE occurrences compared to the placebo group. Notably, women with a history of VTE or certain genetic factors benefited the most from supplementation.
Overall, vitamin E may play a protective role against blood clots, offering promise for at-risk individuals.
9
Our exploration focused on how tocotrienols, a form of vitamin E, influence blood clotting, especially in the context of risk factors like stroke. Using a canine model, we assessed the effects of tocotrienols on platelet aggregation and thrombus formation.
The findings revealed that tocotrienols significantly inhibited both platelet thrombus formation and collagen-induced platelet aggregation. We noticed that tocotrienols could be converted to tocopherols, which might add to their effectiveness. Overall, these results suggest tocotrienols could offer a therapeutic advantage in preventing serious cardiovascular events.
The findings revealed that tocotrienols significantly inhibited both platelet thrombus formation and collagen-induced platelet aggregation. We noticed that tocotrienols could be converted to tocopherols, which might add to their effectiveness. Overall, these results suggest tocotrienols could offer a therapeutic advantage in preventing serious cardiovascular events.
7
We examined how vitamin E influences bleeding risks in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation undergoing anticoagulant therapy. In our retrospective study of 566 patients, higher levels of serum vitamin E were associated with increased bleeding events.
Specifically, those who experienced bleeding had significantly higher vitamin E concentrations compared to those who did not. This suggests that elevated vitamin E may predict a higher risk of hemorrhage in patients taking anticoagulants, prompting the need for further research to clarify this relationship with newer medications.
Specifically, those who experienced bleeding had significantly higher vitamin E concentrations compared to those who did not. This suggests that elevated vitamin E may predict a higher risk of hemorrhage in patients taking anticoagulants, prompting the need for further research to clarify this relationship with newer medications.
References
- Jafar Haeri SM, Dashti G, Mardani M, Rashidi B, Nikgoftar Fathi A, et al. Effect of Vitamin E on Apoptosis of the Endothelial Cells of the Carotid Arteries in Hypercholesterolemic Male Rabbits. ARYA Atheroscler. 2023;19:10. doi:10.48305/arya.2022.39175.2824
- Ho JI, Ng EY, Chiew Y, Koay YY, Chuar PF, et al. The effects of vitamin E on non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy in type 2 diabetes mellitus: Are they sustainable with 12 months of therapy. SAGE Open Med. 2022;10:20503121221095324. doi:10.1177/20503121221095324
- Ceran C, Aksam E, Aksam B, Yenidünya S, Suludere Z, et al. Tamoxifen-Related Thrombosis: An Experimental Study in Rat Venous Microvascular Anastomosis Model. Ann Plast Surg. 2017;78:213. doi:10.1097/SAP.0000000000000798
- Pastori D, Carnevale R, Cangemi R, Saliola M, Nocella C, et al. Vitamin E serum levels and bleeding risk in patients receiving oral anticoagulant therapy: a retrospective cohort study. J Am Heart Assoc. 2013;2:e000364. doi:10.1161/JAHA.113.000364
- Sasaki Y, Kobara N, Higashino S, Giddings JC, Yamamoto J. Astaxanthin inhibits thrombosis in cerebral vessels of stroke-prone spontaneously hypertensive rats. Nutr Res. 2011;31:784. doi:10.1016/j.nutres.2011.09.010
- Fahim MA, Nemmar A, Singh S, Hassan MY. Antioxidants alleviate nicotine-induced platelet aggregation in cerebral arterioles of mice in vivo. Physiol Res. 2011;60:695.
- Qureshi AA, Karpen CW, Qureshi N, Papasian CJ, Morrison DC, et al. Tocotrienols-induced inhibition of platelet thrombus formation and platelet aggregation in stenosed canine coronary arteries. Lipids Health Dis. 2011;10:58. doi:10.1186/1476-511X-10-58
- Ristow B. Preoperative use of alpha tocopherol does not increase the risk of hematoma in the face lift patient: a preliminary report. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2009;124:1696. doi:10.1097/PRS.0b013e3181b98a3a
- Ping-Chia L, I-Ju L, Yu-Ching L, Li-Ching C, Wen-Chung C. Substance P scavenger enhances antioxidant defenses and prevents prothrombotic effects on the rat lung after acute exposure to oil smoke. J Biomed Sci. 2009;16:58. doi:10.1186/1423-0127-16-58
- Glynn RJ, Ridker PM, Goldhaber SZ, Zee RY, Buring JE. Effects of random allocation to vitamin E supplementation on the occurrence of venous thromboembolism: report from the Women's Health Study. Circulation. 2007;116:1497.
- Singh I, Turner AH, Sinclair AJ, Li D, Hawley JA. Effects of gamma-tocopherol supplementation on thrombotic risk factors. Asia Pac J Clin Nutr. 2007;16:422.
- Allman-Farinelli MA, Dawson B. Diet and aging: bearing on thrombosis and hemostasis. Semin Thromb Hemost. 2005;31:111.
- Noguchi T, Ikeda K, Sasaki Y, Yamamoto J, Yamori Y. Effects of vitamin E and sesamin on hypertension and cerebral thrombogenesis in stroke-prone spontaneously hypertensive rats. Clin Exp Pharmacol Physiol. 2004;31 Suppl 2:S24.
- Miyamoto S, Kawano H, Takazoe K, Soejima H, Sakamoto T, et al. Vitamin E improves fibrinolytic activity in patients with coronary spastic angina. Thromb Res. 2004;113:345.
- Lindenblatt N, Bordel R, Schareck W, Menger MD, Vollmar B. Vascular heme oxygenase-1 induction suppresses microvascular thrombus formation in vivo. Arterioscler Thromb Vasc Biol. 2004;24:601.
