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Vitamin-E

Vitamin-E
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Saturday, October 17, 2020

Vitamin-E



Vitamin E is an antioxidant that can help the body destroy free radicals. 

Free radicals are unstable atoms that can cause oxidative stress.

 Oxidative stress can lead to cell damage, and this can result in cancer and other diseases. Vitamin E may help protect the body from a range of health issues.


Types :-

There are eight forms of vitamin E, but only alpha-tocopherol meets humans’ needs, according to the ODS.

Function :-

  • as an antioxidant
  • to boost the immune system
  • to dilate blood vessels and help prevent clotting

Dietary sources :-

Good sources of vitamin E include:

  • wheat germ oil
  • sunflower seeds and oil
  • almonds, hazelnuts, and peanuts
  • spinach and broccoli
  • kiwi fruit and mango

Daily requirements:-

Daily requirements of vitamin-E in milligrams and IU (International Unit) :-