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Kyolic Vitamin E Cayenne Hawthorn

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Vitamin E 200 IU
Hawthorn 100 mg
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Score78
Natural vitamin E and aged garlic carry this formula. Hawthorn is underdosed and unstandardized, while vision coverage is weak.
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Quantity:200 Capsule(s) • (100 servings)
Goals:
Anti-Inflammatory Support
Cardiovascular Support

Score 78

Natural vitamin E and aged garlic carry this formula. Hawthorn is underdosed and unstandardized, while vision coverage is weak.
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Analysis

Natural d-alpha vitamin E provides meaningful antioxidant support, while aged garlic is the largest botanical active. The combination is most relevant to cardiovascular and inflammatory-balance goals.

Hawthorn berry is present at only 100 mg and lacks species, extraction, or active-marker details. Cayenne is also a small secondary ingredient, so neither should drive the purchase.

All active amounts are visible and the 100-serving supply is practical. The formula lacks mixed vitamin E isomers and established vision nutrients such as lutein or zeaxanthin.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking vitamin E with aged garlic
  • People targeting general cardiovascular nutrition
  • Users who value a large serving supply
Best for
  • Natural vitamin E intake
  • Aged garlic supplementation
  • Broad antioxidant support

Pros

  • Natural d-alpha vitamin E
  • Substantial aged garlic amount
  • All active doses are stated
  • Large serving count

Cons

  • Hawthorn amount is low
  • Hawthorn lacks standardization
  • No mixed tocopherols or tocotrienols
  • Poor fit for dedicated vision support

Warnings

  • Vitamin E and aged garlic may increase bleeding tendency with anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicines
  • Hawthorn may affect blood pressure or heart medicines despite its modest amount
  • Cayenne may aggravate reflux or stomach irritation in sensitive users

Nutrient quality

82 Highest impact

Natural-form vitamin E and a substantial aged-garlic amount provide a useful core. Hawthorn and cayenne add coherent support, though their modest unstandardized amounts limit depth.

Ingredient transparency

76 High impact

All active amounts are clearly disclosed without a proprietary blend. Hawthorn species, extract markers, complete directions, and capsule excipients are not supplied.

Customer satisfaction

70 High impact

The supplied satisfaction metric is strong and response volume is substantial. Specific firsthand feedback was not supplied, so recurring complaints and purpose alignment remain uncertain.

Value for money

85 Highest impact

Natural vitamin E and aged garlic provide good quality at an accessible serving cost. The formula compares well for broad cardiovascular support despite weak hawthorn standardization.

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Goals

Anti-Inflammatory Support
Anti-Inflammatory Support
Impact
Highest effect
B+ Goal FitA- Strength of SupportB+ CoverageA- Formula Quality
Vitamin E · 200 IU

Natural vitamin E supports membrane antioxidant defense, while aged garlic adds a separate pathway related to oxidative and inflammatory signaling. Hawthorn and cayenne provide secondary cardiovascular botanicals, creating a broader but less directly targeted formula.

Vitamin E and aged garlic are present in meaningful amounts, but the botanical extracts lack active-marker standardization. Vitamin E, aged garlic, and cayenne may together increase bleeding tendency with anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicines, so that combination deserves medication-specific review.

Study evidence
Vitamin E Supportive 20 studies
Cardiovascular Support
Cardiovascular Support
Impact
High effect
B- Goal FitC Strength of SupportC CoverageB- Formula Quality
Vitamin E · 200 IUHawthorn · 100 mg

Natural vitamin E and aged garlic provide the strongest cardiovascular support in this blend. Hawthorn and cayenne add relevant ideas but are present at modest, non-standardized amounts.

The formula covers antioxidant and vascular pathways with clear ingredient amounts. Hawthorn lacks species and active-compound details, so its practical contribution is uncertain.

Study evidence
Hawthorn Supportive 28 studies
Vitamin E Mixed 79 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Succinate)
 200 IU
Aged Garlic extract powder
600 mg
Hawthorn Berry
100 mg
Cayenne Pepper
20 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free Sugar Free
Report overview
Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Succinate) · 200 IU OverallScore78
D Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

Natural d-alpha vitamin E offers better biological activity than a synthetic form, but the formula lacks broader vitamin E isomers. The amount falls within the established range for general antioxidant support. Cost efficiency is favorable for the natural form provided.

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Hawthorn · 100 mg OverallScore45
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD- Value

The 100 mg hawthorn berry dose is well below the effective range used for non-standardized powder. The label also omits the botanical species and any concentration or active-compound standardization, limiting confidence in ingredient quality. Its low serving cost is appealing, but the small dose makes it poor value for focused hawthorn use.

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86 Performance

Hawthorn Extract 300 mg

NOW
The ingredient profile offers a potentially stronger fit for the overlapping nutrient needs than the original. Standardized extract plus whole berry provides substantial hawthorn depth at unusually low cost.
85 Performance

Hawthorn 300 mg

Nature's Way
The ingredient profile offers a potentially stronger fit for the overlapping nutrient needs than the original. A meaningful leaf-and-flower extract plus whole hawthorn gives the formula strong focus and dose quality.
84 Performance

Hawthorn 358 mg

Nature's Answer
The ingredient profile offers a potentially stronger fit for the overlapping nutrient needs than the original. Unusually complete source identification and a meaningful standardized dose support high ingredient quality.
83 Budget

Natural E Liquid

NOW
The supplied serving-cost data indicates a less expensive option than the original. Natural d-alpha-tocopherol provides a modest maintenance amount in an exceptionally economical liquid.
81 Budget

Hawthorn Berry 565 mg

Swanson
The supplied serving-cost data indicates a less expensive option than the original. A simple moderate-dose hawthorn powder offers very low-cost targeted use.
77 Budget

Hawthorn Berries 565 mg

Herbal Secrets
The supplied serving-cost data indicates a less expensive option than the original. A useful berry-powder amount offers simple targeted support at very low cost.
86 Value

Extra Strength Hawthorn Extract 600 mg

NOW
The balance of formulation quality and serving efficiency makes it a practical value candidate compared with the original. A substantial standardized hawthorn extract provides focused and economical cardiovascular support.
84 Value

Mixed Vitamin E 400 IU

Natural Factors
The balance of formulation quality and serving efficiency makes it a practical value candidate compared with the original. Natural d-alpha vitamin E with mixed tocopherols offers broader antioxidant coverage than alpha alone at a favorable serving cost.
84 Value

Full Spectrum Hawthorn Extract

Planetary Herbals
The balance of formulation quality and serving efficiency makes it a practical value candidate compared with the original. Leaf-and-flower sourcing, vitexin standardization, and a substantial dose make the formula easy to evaluate.
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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. A systematic review and meta-analysis on the impact of oral vitamin E supplementation on apolipoproteins A1 and B100.
    Hamedi-Kalajahi F; Zarezadeh M; Dehghani A; Musazadeh V; Kolahi A; Shabbidar S; Djafarian K · Clinical nutrition ESPEN · 2022
    Meta-analysis1,284 participants7 studies pooledCardiovascular Support forVitamin E
  2. The effect of vitamin E supplementation on biomarkers of endothelial function and inflammation among hemodialysis patients: A double-blinded randomized clinical trial.
    Pirhadi-Tavandashti N; Imani H; Ebrahimpour-Koujan S; Samavat S; Hakemi MS · Complementary therapies in medicine · 2020
    Randomized trial49 participantsAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin E
  3. Alpha-tocopherol supplementation in healthy individuals reduces low-density lipoprotein oxidation but not atherosclerosis: the Vitamin E Atherosclerosis Prevention Study (VEAPS).
    Hodis HN; Mack WJ; LaBree L; Mahrer PR; Sevanian A; Liu CR; Liu CH; Hwang J; Selzer RH; Azen SP; VEAPS Research Group · Circulation · 2002
    Randomized trialCardiovascular Support forVitamin E
  4. Vitamin E tocotrienol supplementation improves lipid profiles in chronic hemodialysis patients.
    Daud ZA; Tubie B; Sheyman M; Osia R; Adams J; Tubie S; Khosla P · Vascular health and risk management · 2014
    Randomized trial81 participantsAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin E
  5. The effect of vitamin E on blood pressure in individuals with type 2 diabetes: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
    Ward NC; Wu JH; Clarke MW; Puddey IB; Burke V; Croft KD; Hodgson JM · Journal of hypertension · 2007
    Randomized trial58 participantsCardiovascular Support forVitamin E
  6. Effect of vitamin E supplementation on serum C-reactive protein level: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
    Saboori S; Shab-Bidar S; Speakman JR; Yousefi Rad E; Djafarian K · European journal of clinical nutrition · 2016
    Meta-analysis495 participants12 studies pooledAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin E
  7. Supplementation with vitamin E alone is associated with reduced myocardial infarction: a meta-analysis.
    Loffredo L; Perri L; Di Castelnuovo A; Iacoviello L; De Gaetano G; Violi F · Nutrition, metabolism, and cardiovascular diseases : NMCD · 2016
    Meta-analysis16 studies pooledCardiovascular Support forVitamin E
  8. Vitamin E improves serum markers and histology in adults with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease: Systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Chee NM; Sinnanaidu RP; Chan WK · Journal of gastroenterology and hepatology · 2024
    Meta-analysis8 studies pooledAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin E
  9. Effect of oral vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) supplementation on vascular endothelial function in Type 2 diabetes mellitus.
    Gazis A; White DJ; Page SR; Cockcroft JR · Diabetic medicine : a journal of the British Diabetic Association · 1999
    Clinical trial69 participantsCardiovascular Support forVitamin E
  10. Effects of delta-tocotrienol supplementation on Glycemic Control, oxidative stress, inflammatory biomarkers and miRNA expression in type 2 diabetes mellitus: A randomized control trial.
    Mahjabeen W; Khan DA; Mirza SA; Pervez MA · Phytotherapy research : PTR · 2021
    Randomized trial110 participantsAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin E
  11. Effects of Vitamin C and/or E Supplementation on Glycemic Control and Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review and Subgroup Meta-analysis.
    Aragón-Vela J; Huertas JR; Casuso RA · Nutrition reviews · 2026
    Meta-analysis1,425 participants52 studies pooledCardiovascular Support forVitamin E
  12. The Role of Vitamin E in the Treatment of NAFLD.
    Perumpail BJ; Li AA; John N; Sallam S; Shah ND; Kwong W; Cholankeril G; Kim D; Ahmed A · Diseases (Basel, Switzerland) · 2020
    Systematic reviewAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin E
  13. Interventional study with vitamin E in cardiovascular disease and meta-analysis.
    Violi F; Nocella C; Loffredo L; Carnevale R; Pignatelli P · Free radical biology & medicine · 2022
    Meta-analysisCardiovascular Support forVitamin E
  14. Impact of vitamin E and C supplementation on serum adhesion molecules in chronic degenerative aortic stenosis: a randomized controlled trial.
    Tahir M; Foley B; Pate G; Crean P; Moore D; McCarroll N; Walsh M · American heart journal · 2005
    Randomized trial100 participantsAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin E
  15. Effect of vitamin E on cardiometabolic factors in paediatric metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease: a systematic review with meta-analysis.
    Pam P; Musazadeh V; Mahmoudinezhad M; Panahiyan P; Mansoori MA; Zarrin R; Faghfouri AH · The British journal of nutrition · 2026
    Meta-analysis665 participants11 studies pooledCardiovascular Support forVitamin E
  16. Efficacy of Nutritional Interventions on Inflammatory Markers in Haemodialysis Patients: A Systematic Review and Limited Meta-Analysis.
    Khor BH; Narayanan SS; Sahathevan S; Gafor AHA; Daud ZAM; Khosla P; Sabatino A; Fiaccadori E; Chinna K; Karupaiah T · Nutrients · 2018
    Meta-analysis46 studies pooledAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin E
  17. The effects of tocotrienol supplementation on lipid profile: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
    Zuo S; Wang G; Han Q; Xiao H; O Santos H; Avelar Rodriguez D; Khani V; Tang J · Complementary therapies in medicine · 2021
    Meta-analysis15 studies pooledCardiovascular Support forVitamin E
  18. Vitamin E modulation of C-reactive protein in smokers with acute coronary syndromes.
    Murphy RT; Foley JB; Tome MT; Mulvihill NT; Murphy A; McCarroll N; Crean P; Walsh MJ · Free radical biology & medicine · 2004
    Randomized trial110 participantsAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin E
  19. Vitamin E ameliorates blood cholesterol level and alters gut microbiota composition: A randomized controlled trial.
    Chen B; Li Y; Li Z; Hu X; Zhen H; Chen H; Nie C; Hou Y; Zhu S; Xiao L; Li T · Nutrition, metabolism, and cardiovascular diseases : NMCD · 2025
    Randomized trial90 participantsCardiovascular Support forVitamin E
  20. Vitamin E and Multiple Health Outcomes: An Umbrella Review of Meta-Analyses.
    Xiong Z; Liu L; Jian Z; Ma Y; Li H; Jin X; Liao B; Wang K · Nutrients · 2023
    Systematic review32 studies pooledAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin E
  21. Delta-tocotrienol supplementation improves biochemical markers of hepatocellular injury and steatosis in patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: A randomized, placebo-controlled trial.
    Pervez MA; Khan DA; Slehria AUR; Ijaz A · Complementary therapies in medicine · 2021
    Randomized trial71 participantsAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin E
  22. Real world effectiveness of Hawthorn special extract WS 1442 in a retrospective cohort study from Germany.
    Wyss C; Gündling PW; Kostev K · Scientific reports · 2024
    Cohort study9,100 participantsCardiovascular Support forHawthorn
  23. Hawthorn (Crataegus spp.) Clinically Significantly Reduces Blood Pressure in Hypertension: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trials.
    Szikora Z; Mátyus RO; Szabó BV; Csupor D; Tóth B · Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025
    Meta-analysis428 participants6 studies pooledCardiovascular Support forHawthorn
  24. A randomised double blind placebo controlled clinical trial of a standardised extract of fresh Crataegus berries (Crataegisan) in the treatment of patients with congestive heart failure NYHA II.
    Degenring FH; Suter A; Weber M; Saller R · Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology · 2003
    Randomized trial143 participantsCardiovascular Support forHawthorn
  25. [Crataegus Special Extract WS 1442. Assessment of objective effectiveness in patients with heart failure (NYHA II)].
    Weikl A; Assmus KD; Neukum-Schmidt A; Schmitz J; Zapfe G; Noh HS; Siegrist J · Fortschritte der Medizin · 1996
    Randomized trial136 participantsCardiovascular Support forHawthorn
  26. Prospective, comparative cohort studies and their contribution to the benefit assessments of therapeutic options: heart failure treatment with and without Hawthorn special extract WS 1442.
    Habs M · Forschende Komplementarmedizin und klassische Naturheilkunde = Research in complementary and natural classical medicine · 2005
    Cohort study952 participantsCardiovascular Support forHawthorn
  27. Effects of long-term vitamin E supplementation on cardiovascular events and cancer: a randomized controlled trial.
    Lonn E; Bosch J; Yusuf S; Sheridan P; Pogue J; Arnold JM; Ross C; Arnold A; Sleight P; Probstfield J; Dagenais GR; HOPE and HOPE-TOO Trial Investigators · JAMA · 2005
    Randomized trial9,541 participantsCardiovascular Support forVitamin E
  28. Independent and combined associations of dietary antioxidant exposure with all-cause and cause-specific mortality in the general population.
    Liu Z; He Z; Xing Y · Journal of nutritional science · 2026
    Cohort study34,955 participantsCardiovascular Support forVitamin E
  29. Tocotrienol rich fraction supplementation improved lipid profile and oxidative status in healthy older adults: A randomized controlled study.
    Chin SF; Ibahim J; Makpol S; Abdul Hamid NA; Abdul Latiff A; Zakaria Z; Mazlan M; Mohd Yusof YA; Abdul Karim A; Wan Ngah WZ · Nutrition & metabolism · 2011
    Randomized trial62 participantsCardiovascular Support forVitamin E