Evidence supporting the use of: Rutin
For the health condition: Cardiovascular Disease
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2
Rutin, a flavonoid glycoside found in various plants such as buckwheat, citrus fruits, and apples, has been studied for its potential cardiovascular benefits. Scientific interest in rutin stems from its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and vasoprotective properties, which are relevant to cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention and management. Preclinical studies (in vitro and animal models) suggest that rutin can help protect blood vessels, reduce blood pressure, inhibit platelet aggregation, and decrease oxidative stress—factors involved in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis and other cardiovascular conditions. Some small clinical trials have reported improvements in capillary fragility, peripheral circulation, and symptoms of chronic venous insufficiency with rutin supplementation.
However, large-scale, high-quality human studies specifically addressing major cardiovascular endpoints (such as myocardial infarction, stroke, or cardiovascular mortality) are lacking. Most clinical evidence relates to improvements in symptoms like leg swelling or varicose veins rather than hard cardiovascular outcomes. As such, while the scientific rationale for rutin’s use is plausible and supported by mechanistic data and some clinical observations, robust evidence in humans for the prevention or treatment of cardiovascular disease remains limited. More research is needed to confirm its efficacy and safety for this indication. Therefore, the scientific evidence supporting rutin’s use in cardiovascular disease is promising but currently rated as weak to moderate.
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acetyl l-carnitine
ajoene
algal oil
alpha-carotene
alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)
amino acids
anchovies
anthocyanins
apple
arjun tree
astaxanthin
astragalus
basil
beet
berry flavor
bilberry
black garlic
black tea
blackberry
blueberry
bonito peptide
broccoli
calamari oil
campesterol
canola oil
capsaicinoids
catechins
caterpillar mushroom
chia seed
chokeberry
choline
cinnamon
citrus bioflavonoids
citrus sinensis (proprietary)
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
conjugated linoleic acid (CLA)
cryptoxanthin
curcumin
d-alpha tocopherol
DHA (docosahexaeonic acid)
DPA (docosapentaenoic acid)
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)
epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)
ethanol
fiber blend (proprietary)
fisetin
fish oil
fish protein
flavonols
flaxseed
folate
fruit and vegetable blend (proprietary)
gamma tocopherol
garlic bulb
genistein
ginger
ginseng
grape
onion
green tea
greens blend (proprietary)
hawthorn
hesperetin
hesperidin
HMR lignan
krill oil
l-arginine
l-carnitine
l-carnosine
l-citrulline
l-glycine
l-taurine
lactobacillus reuteri
lignans
linoleic acid (LA)
luteolin
lycopene
mackerel
magnesium
marine lipid
matcha
motherwort
mustard seed
n-acetyl-cysteine (NAC)
nattokinase
nicotinamide riboside
oleic acid
olive
omega-3 fatty acids
omega-6 fatty acids
omega-9 fatty acids
orange
palmitoleic acid
pantethine
phenolic acids
phospholipids
phytosterols
pine bark
pineapple
plant sterols
policosanol
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pomegranate
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pyridoxal-5-phosphate (P-5-P)
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resveratrol
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rutin
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selenium
black ginger
sitostanol
soybean
specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs)
sphaeranthus indicus
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sterols
strawberry
sulforaphane glucosinolate
tocotrienols
tomato
trans-pterostilbene
trimethylglycine (TMG)
triphala
almond fruit
ubiquinol
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vitamin B
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vitamin C
vitamin D
vitamin D3
vitamin E
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Butylphthalide
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Basidiomycota
Betanin
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Brazil nut
boysenberry
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banana
Baicalin
Bassia scoparia
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Caffeic Acid
Camellia sinensis
Carnosine
Calycosin
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Cyanidin
Citrus
Capsaicin
Catecholamine
Cowherb
Cruciferous
Curcumen
Chocolate
Curcuma
Calanus finmarchicus
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Coumaric acid
Crocetin
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Diallyl sulfide
Danshen
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Glycine
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Other health conditions supported by rutin
ArteriosclerosisBleeding (internal)
Blood Clots (prevention of)
Bruises (healing)
Bruises (prevention)
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Capillary Weakness
Cardiovascular Disease
Cholesterol (high)
Circulation (poor)
Circulation (to the brain)
Diabetes
Diabetic Retinopathy
Edema
Eye Problems
Gingivitis
Hemorrhoids
Hypertension
Inflammation
Memory and Brain Function
Nerve Damage
Osteoporosis
Pain (general remedies for)
Phlebitis
Products containing rutin
Nature's Sunshine Mega-Chel
Nature's Sunshine MultiVitamin & Mineral (Time Release)
Nature's Sunshine Super Supplemental
Nature's Sunshine Super Supplemental (Without Iron)
Nature's Sunshine Super Trio
Nature's Sunshine Vari-Gone
Nature's Sunshine B-Complex
Nature's Sunshine Vitamin C (1000 mg, Time Release)
Nature's Sunshine Vitamin C (1000 mg, Time Release)
Nature's Sunshine Vitamin C Ascorbates
Nature's Sunshine Citrus Bioflavonoids (Vitamin C)