Vitamin E – For your information
VITAMIN E – CDR 30 UI
An antioxidant that protects cell membranes Vitamin E also helps promote healthy circulation, promotes red blood cells, and is believed to act as a protector against environmental pollutants. Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin, which means the body can store it.
Also known as tocopherol
Essential for the normal functioning of the organism.
Good sources of vitamin E are vegetable oils, whole grains, peanut butter, nuts, avocado, mayonnaise, margarine, and sweet potatoes
Vitamin E is useful in promoting normal neurological function in humans. It is also a powerful antioxidant and protects the body against the type of cell damage that causes cancer and heart disease. Vitamin E helps reverse the aging process by preventing harmful oxidants in the body that promote signs of aging. Vitamin E can also help arthritis patients because it can relieve joint pain and stiffness due to its oily base. Taking a vitamin E supplement if you have arthritis can greatly reduce pain and improve mobility. Vitamin E is also known to prevent blood clots, which can help prevent heart attacks and strokes. It can improve immunity and the body’s ability to fight infection. It can also prevent extreme leg cramps (known as Charlie’s horses) due to poor blood circulation. There have also been studies that have shown that people who exercise get more benefit from taking vitamin E supplements. Vitamin E reduces cell damage and inflammation, which is what makes muscles sore and allows people to relax. exercise more without experiencing as much pain.
Being deficient in vitamin E is rare (since it is stored in the body), but signs you might have include:
neurological dysfunction
It may be present in some very low birth weight newborns.
