Is a powerful antioxidant that prevents oxidation of Lipids(fats). Fat oxidation has been implicated in the process that leads to atherosclerosis.
Fat Soluble and since cell membranes are composed of lipids. It effectively prevents the cells’ protective coating from becoming rancid as a result of free radicals.
Protects other fat-soluble vitamins from destruction by oxygen and aids in utilization of Vitamin A.
Improves oxygen utilization, enhances immune response, prevents cataracts and may reduce risk of coronary artery disease.
Natural Form is called d-alpha-tocopherol and is superior to synthetic version dl-alpha-tocopherol.
Zinc is needed to maintain normal blood concentrations of Vitamin E.
Selenium enhances vitamin E update and these two nutrients work together in the body.
Deficiency may result in damage to red blood cells and destruction of nerves. Signs include infertility in men and women, menstrual problems and neuromuscular impairment.
Caution: If you are taking anticoagulant medication (blood thinner) do not take more than 200 IU of Vitamin E daily. If you suffer from diabetes, rheumatic heart disease or overactive thyroid do not take more than recommended daily dose.
Vitamin E Doses, RDAs, and Maximum Upper Intake levels†
Age in Years
Our Recommended Daily Dosage in Milligrams (mg) and International Units (IU)
Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) in Milligrams (mg) and International Units (IU)*
Maximum Daily Upper Level (UL) in Milligrams (mg) and International Units (IU)*
0-1**
Not applicable
Up to 6 months: 4 mg/6 IU 6-12 months: 5mg/7.5 IU
Not possible to establish
1-3
Not applicable
6 mg/9 IU
200 mg/300 IU
4-8
33 mg/50 IU
7 mg/10.5 IU
300 mg/450 IU
9-13
67 mg/100 IU
11 mg/16.5 IU
600 mg/900 IU
14-18
100 mg/150 IU
15 mg/22.5 IU
800 mg/1,200 IU
19+
133 mg/200 IU
15 mg/22.5 IU
1,000 mg/1,500 IU
* There is no gender difference for these recommendations, although breastfeeding women have a slightly higher recommended daily allowance (RDA) at 28.5 IU. ** An adeqate intake, or AI, is used for infants less than 12 months old instead of a recommended daily allowance (RDA). † Perscription for Nutritional Healing. 4th ed.. Phyllis A. Balch, CNC. Penguin Books Ltd. 2006
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