Antioxidants to Supplement- Vitamin E
May 2nd, 2008
Vitamin E
Also known as tochopherol, this fat soluble antioxidant works its magic in the lipid parts of the body, such as cell membranes and body fat stores. The main function of vitamin E is to maintain membranes integrity in the body cells. It acts as a powerful antioxidant by preventing the oxidation of unsaturated fatty acids in the cellular membranes.
Vitamin E effectiveness is magnified when taken with other antioxidants, especially vitamin C, selenium and beta carotene. Studies have demonstrated that vitamin E intake is associated with decreased incidence of heart disease in both men and women.
Vitamin E helps eliminate exercise cramps and soreness and nighttime leg cramps. Applied topically it boosts the healing of burns, canker sores, diaper rash and prevents scarring. Research has shown that vitamin E is one of the most powerful nutrients against atherosclerosis, the underlying cause of heart disease. It also protects the body against the normal age-related decline of the immune system.
