Vitamin E
is the primary fat-soluble
antioxidant vitamin in the body. (Vitamin C is the primary
water-soluble antioxidant). Vitamin E plays a major role in cellular respiration.
Deficiencies of Vitamin E are associated with:
- heart disease
- cancer
- strokes
- arthritis
- allergies
- infections
- inflammation
- diabetes
- neurological damage
- muscle weakness
- fibrocystic breast disease
- eczema
- macular degeneration
- poor wound healing
Dietary sources
of Vitamin E include: wheat germ oil, nuts, whole
grains, egg yolk.
NOTE: Doses over
800 IU per day of vitamin E may elevate triglycerides.
Natural
Vitamin E
Vitamin E (Natural d-alphatocopherol) and mixed tocopherols in
soft gel capsules.
Suggested dose: Optimal
adult daily dose range: 200-800 IU
Each (one) capsule contains:
Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol) 400 IU
(each capsule contains 100% naturally occurring d-alpha, beta, gamma, and
delta tocopherols).
Vitamin E -
Product # 148 (100 Capsules) $17.95