Health Vitamins and Minerals Guide

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The most active form of Vitamin E is Alpha Tocopherol, a Powerful Antioxidant that aids blood circulation and provides some relief for asthmatic sufferers.

Laboratory tests have shown that vitamin E inhibits atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, through it’s Antioxidant properties. This would lead one to believe, that the long term use, of Vitamin E supplements, may be a protection against heart disease. Vitamin E may also help prevent the formation of blood clots, which could lead to a heart attack. Observational studies have associated lower rates of heart disease with higher vitamin E intake.

Vitamin E, because it is an Antioxidant, acts to protect cells against the effects of free radicals, which can cause cell damage that may contribute to the development of cardiovascular disease and cancer.

The symptoms of Vitamin E deficiency are neurological problems due to poor transmission of nerve impulses, muscle weakness and degeneration of the retina.

People at risk of Vitamin E deficiency are those who cannot absorb dietary fat. Those that have been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, or who have had part or all of their stomach removed, and people with Crohn’s disease may not absorb fat and should discuss the need for supplementary vitamin E with their physician.

Vitamin E Sources

Fortified cereal the main, natural dietary sources of Tocopherol or Vitamin E are vegetable oils, nuts, wheat germ and green leafy vegetables. Fortified breakfast cereals are also a rich source of vitamin E in the developed countries. Originally, Vitamin E was extracted from wheat germ oil but these days vitamin E supplements are derived from vegetable oils, usually soybean oil.

The recommended maximum daily quota of Vitamin E is 1,000 mg based on the Alpha-Tocopherol form. This is because the nutrient can act as an anticoagulant and increase the risk of bleeding problems.

The health risk of taking too much Vitamin E has not yet been determined. Tests have been conducted on persons, who have been given 60,000 IU per day, over a five month period and have not shown any symptoms of toxicity whatsoever.

Dr John Anne is a herbal specialist with years of experience and extensive research on Herbs and Alternative health. For more helpful information read about Antioxidant Benefits and Vitamin E Sources at Vitamins and Minerals Guide.

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