Vitamin E (Vitamins)
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin and is considered an important antioxidant for the body. It is also known as "tocopherol", and it has several forms, but the most active form is alpha-tocopherol.
Antioxidant: Helps protect cells from damage caused by free radicals, which reduces the risk of chronic diseases.
Heart health: Contributes to improving heart health by reducing the oxidation of harmful cholesterol.
Immunity booster: Enhances the function of the immune system, which helps the body fight infection.
Skin health: It is used in some skin care cosmetics, as it helps improve the appearance of the skin and reduce signs of aging.
Vitamin E can be obtained from foods such as:
Vegetable oils (such as sunflower oil and olive oil).
Nuts (such as almonds and hazelnuts).
Seeds (such as sunflower seeds).
Leafy vegetables (such as spinach and kale).
Vitamin E deficiency is rare, but it may occur in certain conditions such as absorption disorders or fat deficiency. Taking large amounts of vitamin E supplements may cause side effects, so it is best to get it from natural food sources.
