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Vitamin E (including delta-tocopherol) has been investigated for its potential cardiovascular benefits, particularly due to its antioxidant properties. The underlying hypothesis is that Vitamin E can protect arterial walls by preventing the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, a key step in the development of atherosclerosis. While alpha-tocopherol is the most studied form, delta-tocopherol is one of several tocopherol isomers present in the diet and supplements. Some preclinical studies have shown that delta-tocopherol may have unique anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects compared to other tocopherols, which could theoretically support arterial health.

However, large clinical trials and meta-analyses of Vitamin E supplementation (usually as alpha-tocopherol) have not consistently demonstrated a reduction in cardiovascular events or significant improvement in arterial health. The evidence for delta-tocopherol specifically is limited, and most human studies do not isolate its effects from other forms of Vitamin E. Thus, while there is a scientific rationale and some laboratory evidence, the clinical evidence supporting delta-tocopherol for arterial health is weak or inconclusive. It is not a standard or widely recommended intervention for arterial support.

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