The Vitamin Guide Series: A-Z – Volume 12

Vitamin E

Introduction…

Vitamin E is key to providing a strong immune system & healthy skin & eyes.

Research suggests that Vitamin E seems to help protect cells from damage; in fact, it may reduce the risk of developing cancer, heart disease & other chronic diseases.

The Benefits of Vitamin E…                               

In addition to being a powerful antioxidant, vitamin E is needed for the healthy functioning of many systems in the body.

The health benefits of vitamin E include:

• Helping with the production of red blood cells
• Strengthening the immune system
• Helping the body to process & use vitamin K
• Improving blood circulation & overall circulatory system
• Promoting normal blood clotting
• Repairing tissue
• Helping to prevent cardiovascular disease, cancer & stroke
• Reducing the risk & of Alzheimer’s disease
• Decreasing the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome

The Optimal Amount of Vitamin E…

• Sunflower seeds
• Almonds
• Vegetable oil
• Tomatoes & tomato products
• mixed nuts
• Carrot juice
• Broccol

Foods that Contain Vitamin E….

• Sunflower seeds
• Almonds
• Vegetable oil
• Tomatoes & tomato products
• mixed nuts
• Carrot juice
• Broccol
• Sweet potatoes
• Spinach
• Greens
• Papaya
• Olives
• Avocado
• Wheat germ

The Bottom Line…

Vitamin E performs as a powerful antioxidant when absorbed by the body.

It helps to neutralise free radicals that can harm the cells & tissues of your body.

Free radicals are highly reactive substances that are often blamed for a wide range of health problems. Free radicals attack the cell membranes, proteins, & the body’s DNA.

Ensure you get enough Vit E through your diet using the foods listed above.

To Your Best Health

ShapeTrainer Daniel Grant

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Resources:

http://www.complete-herbal.com/atoz/atozofvitamins.htm

http://www.aarp.org/health/drugs-supplements/info-09-2010/vitamins_from_a_to_z.html