| Vitamin E
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Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant and helps the body cope with toxic substances such as air pollution. Research shows that animals who were exposed to various concentrations of ozone and took vitamin E lived longer than animals whose diets were not supplemented with this nutrient. Vitamin E strengthens the circulatory system and may help soothe leg and foot aches that occur at night.* Each hermetically-sealed capsule contains 400 I.U. of Vitamin E from 100% naturally mixed tocopherols in a base of natural Wheat Germ Oil and Lecithin
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that exists in eight different forms. Each form has its own biological activity, the measure of potency or functional use in the body. Alpha-tocopherol is the most active form of vitamin E in humans, and is a powerful biological antioxidant. Antioxidants such as vitamin E act to protect your cells against the effects of free radicals, which are potentially damaging by-products of the body's metabolism. Free radicals can cause cell damage that may contribute to the development of cardiovascular disease and cancer. Studies are underway to determine whether vitamin E might help prevent or delay the development of those chronic diseases.
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that prevents the oxidation of lipids. Since cell membranes are composed of lipids, it effectively prevents the cells' protective coatings from becoming rancid as a result of the assault of free radicals. Vitamin E also improves oxygen utilization, enhances immune response, plays a role in the prevention of cataracts caused by free radical damage, and may reduce the risk of coronary artery disease. Supplements appear to be significantly healthier sources of Vitamin E than food, says the National Institute of Aging study. "Dietary sources high in vitamin E are often high in fat," says the study. "To get 100 IU (international units) daily, a person would have to consume 7 cups of peanuts, 2 cups of corn oil or 19 cups of spinach," it explained.
Q. Is there such a thing as too much vitamin E?
A. There is no set upper limit for Vitamin E intake, although doses of higher than 2000 I.U. daily have been known to have a blood-thinning effect.
Q. It seems that vitamin E is abundant mostly in foods that are considered unhealthy. Are there any healthy foods that contain a significant amount of it?
A. Most fruits and vegetables are generally poor sources of Vitamin E, although some beans and nuts (soybeans, etc.) do have some amounts of the naturally-occurring Vitamin E.
Q. What vitamin or mineral is synergistic with vitamin E?
A. Antioxidant compounds tend to aid each other in their function. In this way, Vitamin E is best taken with other antioxidants.
Emmert DH, Kirchner JT. The role of vitamin E in the prevention of heart disease. Arch Fam Med. 1999 Nov-Dec;8(6):537-42.
Meydani M. Nutrition interventions in aging and age-associated disease. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 2001 Apr;928:226-35.
Emmert DH, Kirchner JT. The role of vitamin E in the prevention of heart disease. Arch Fam Med. 1999 Nov-Dec;8(6):537-42.
Meydani M. Nutrition interventions in aging and age-associated disease. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 2001 Apr;928:226-35.
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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