Overview

Vitamin E was discovered in 1922 in green leafy vegetables, but has only recently gained recognition as a powerful antioxidant that may play a vital role in protecting the body from many chronic disorders. Vitamin E is fat-soluble and poorly absorbed. It is stored in the fat tissues and the liver. Vitamin E offers numerous health benefits, particularly disease prevention because of its powerful antioxidant properties. Vitamin E is a term for a group of related compounds called “tocopherols” and “tocotrienols”, which occur in four major forms: alpha, beta, delta, and gamma. Alpha tocopherol is the most common and most biologically active form of Vitamin E.

Vitamin E is necessary for structural and functional maintenance of the skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle membranes. Vitamin E also assists in the formation of red blood cells and helps to maintain Vitamins A and K, Iron, and Selenium and increases the storage of each of these in the body.

Although Vitamin E is the most common vitamin found in nature, it is often lacking in processed foods. The majority of foods that provide Vitamin E are high in fat, so supplementation is an excellent option for anyone seeking the numerous benefits of Vitamin E without a fatty diet.

Our Vitamin E 200 IU is derived from soybean oil and is available in 60 count softgels.

Research Indicates
• Powerful antioxidant
• May support healthy eyes
• Assists in the formation of red blood cells
• Important nutrient for healthy cardio function
• Supports healthy immune system function
• Supports healthy skin and hair growth
• Helps the body make optimal use of Vitamin A and Iron
• Promotes healing of burns, eczema and other skin problems
• Protects fatty acids in the body
• Prevents oxidation of LDL cholesterol

Recommended Dosage
The RDA for Vitamin E in women is 12 IU and 15 IU for men; typical daily dosage ranges from 400 – 800 IUs; take 1 softgel daily with a meal.

Cautions
• Vitamin E should be taken with meals that contain fat to increase absorption and lower the risk of stomach irritation.
• Vitamin E is generally non-toxic when taken in doses less than 1200 IU per day.
• In doses more than 1200 IU per day it may cause nausea, gas, diarrhea, and heart palpitations.
• High doses of Vitamin E may interfere with Vitamin K activity.
• If you have an overactive thyroid, diabetes, hypertension, rheumatic heart disease, are taking prescription blood thinners or aspirin, or are pregnant or lactating, consult a health care practitioner before taking Vitamin E.