What is Vitamin EWhat is Vitamin E Vitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant that protects the body from free radicals. Free radicals are unstable molecules that have an extra electron. They look to attach to other cells, which can lead to damage.
Benefits of Vitamin E By protecting the body from free radicals vitamin E can help reduce cancer, heart disease, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer's, and respiratory issues. It can also help protect your skin. Vitamin E works best when taken with vitamin C. Vitamin C will reactivate the positive effects of vitamin E, allowing it to continue fighting free radicals. A deficiency in vitamin E can cause digestive problems, gall bladder issues, liver issues, and sensation loss. Too much vitamin E, if consumed through supplements, has been known to cause muscle weakness, fatigue, and diarrhea. Studies have shown that consuming high amounts of vitamin E through food have not caused any toxic issues.
Vitamin E Foods Vitamin E is commonly found in vegetables (spinach), nuts (almonds), whole grains, olives, bell peppers, and seeds (sunflower). It recommended you consume 400-800 IU per day.
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