ALS Untangled does not recommend vitamin E to treat ALS
Original source
Vitamin E (opens in a new tab)An ALS Untangled review says vitamin E has not slowed, stopped or reversed amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in randomized clinical trials. It says vitamin E supplementation may be linked to a lower risk of developing ALS, but this does not show benefit for people already diagnosed with the disease.
Why this matters
People with ALS should not rely on vitamin E to slow or reverse the disease based on the evidence reviewed. The review describes vitamin E as inexpensive and safe, but says its lack of demonstrated benefit in clinical trials means it is not recommended for treating established ALS.
Limitations and context
This is an expert review from ALS Untangled, not a new clinical trial. The source does not provide the trial sizes, treatment doses or detailed results. Its conclusions are based on the evidence it reviewed, including observational studies and randomized clinical trials.