Vitamin E

Vitamin E was identified around 80 years ago, however, its potential power as a key antioxidant has only really been appreciated in the last 20 years.

This vitamin consists of a group of compounds. These compounds are called tocopherols and tocotrienols.

For a long time, most prducts of this vitamin would only use tocopoherols. However, it is unanimously agreed that both the tocopherols and tocotrienols are needed in order to utilize its full health benefits.

How is Vitamin E acquired?

It is acquired through foods such as almonds, wheat germ, green leafy vegetables, peanuts, vegetable oils. Please note that these are just some of the foods where this vitamin is available. Because a lot of these foods are high in calories, it might also be worth your while to take supplements.

What are the benefits of vitamin E?

	Helps protect your body from many chronic disorders.
	Helps slow the aging process.
	Protects you against second hand smoke and other pollutants.
	Protects against circulatory disorders.
	Protects against skin and joint problems.
	Protects against high cholesterol.
	Helps to prevent heart disease and related complications.
	Helps to protect against prostate and other cancers.
	Helps to prevent cataracts and macular degeneration.
	Slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
	Retard the aging process and boost immune function.
	Promote healing of burns, eczema, and other skin problems.

Recommended Intake of Vitamin E:

For most people, 400 IU or less daily is needed.

Other cautions you should know:

Please note that you should not take vitamin E two days before or after any type of surgery. This is because of the effect that This vitamin has on blood clotting.

If you are undergoing cancer treatment, please consult your oncologist first before taking any antioxidants such as vitamin E supplements. This is because radiation treatments are actually designed to create free radicals in order to kill cancer cells, whilst this vitamin actually fights against free radicals.

Also consult your doctor if you have high blood pressure that is poorly controlled before taking this vitamin.

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