Vitamin E

Vitamin E is a collection of fat soluble compounds called tocopherols and tocotrienols. The major forms are designated alpha, beta, delta and gamma-tocopherols or tocotrienols. Learn more about:

What is Vitamin E?  Benefits Side Effects  Reviews

What is Vitamin E?

Vitamin E is a collection of fat soluble compounds called tocopherols and tocotrienols.  The major forms are designated alpha, beta, delta and gamma-tocopherols or tocotrienols.

To date the alpha-tocopherol form has been mainly used to produce vitamin E supplements, however recent research has highlighted the superior benefits of following nature’s blueprint and using mixed tocopherols and tocotrienols. 

Natural forms of vitamin E are more readily absorbed by the body than synthetic forms.

Vitamin E Benefits

Vitamin E is an antioxidant with important protective activity against damage to cell membranes from free radicals due to air pollutants and chemical toxins. As well as helping maintain cell membrane integrity, vitamin E enhances immune function. It supports cardiovascular health by protecting artery walls and reducing plaque development due to the harmful effects of oxidated LDL-cholesterol. 

Vitamin E used either internally or topically can be an effective treatment for wounds and skin conditions such as eczema or dermatitis.  Vitamin E is an important nutrient in sperm health and fertilisation.  Babies born prematurely usually have low levels of vitamin E, as do women with preeclampsia.  Vitamin E also supports eye health, hormonal balance in women and age-related memory function.

Vitamin E Side Effects and Contraindications

• Moderate doses are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding when taken as directed.

• Caution if taking anticoagulant medication such as warfarin.

Vitamin E Reviews

"I have Crohns Disease and therefore Vit E is essential. Selenium helps with absorbtion Of Vit E . So this supplement is ideal . As Crohns means one only "Borrows " food for short periods it is important to take Vit E daily. To take larger quantities is just a waste as it only goes down the loo. So - this product is ideal for me and I am fortunate that my chemist stocks it but if they didn't I am pleased to see I can purchase it here. Thanks."

– Alistair about Thompson’s Natural E 100iu

"I take it with my fish oil and EP oil to maximize the absorption. It works great. The mixed version definitely works better than just d-alpha-tocopherol....Synthetic di-alpha-tocopherol is not even in the contest!"

– Monica about Radiance Vitamin E 400iu

"Great Vitamin E! It makes my skin smoother, radiant and younger looking. After using 1 container, my mates start to notice the change on my skin. Not only in skin, but also I notice a change in my condition. I feel good and more energetic. Thanks for a wonderful supp. :)"

– Angelo about NFS Vitamin E 500iu

"I suffer from psoriasis and found taking this daily (in conjunction with EPO & fish oil) really helped my skin and calmed down itching and flare ups. The skin on my neck got all cracked and very sore and so I pierced a capsule and squeezed some straight oil onto my neck - almost instant releif and it helped calm my skin down hugely."

– Liz about Healtheries Vitamin E 500iu

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