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2006-07-07 04:51:57 · 13 answers · asked by Patrick H 5 in Health Diet & Fitness

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Vitamin E acts as a powerful antioxidant by neutralizing free radicals in the body that cause tissue and cellular damage. Vitamin E also contributes to a healthy circulatory system and aids in proper blood clotting and improves wound healing. Some studies have shown that vitamin E decreases symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and certain types of breast disease.
Other studies have shown that taking large doses of Vitamin E has decreased the risk of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD). Animal studies have suggested that vitamin E does slow the development of atherosclerosis, but the American Heart Association doesn't recommend using supplements until the effects are proven in large-scale, carefully controlled clinical trials.

Nutritionists categorize vitamins by the materials that a vitamin will dissolve in. There are two categories: water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins. Fat-soluble vitamins ”vitamins A, D, E and K”are stored in the fat tissues of the body for a few days to up to six months. If you get too much of a fat-soluble vitamin, it can be stored in your liver and may sometimes cause health problems. Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin.

Some people take mega-doses of fat-soluble vitamins, which can lead to toxicity. Eating a normal diet of foods rich in these vitamins won't cause a problem. Remember, you only need small amounts of any vitamin.

Some health problems can make it hard for a person's body to absorb these vitamins. If you have a chronic health condition, ask your doctor about whether your vitamin absorption will be affected.

How Much Vitamin E Is Enough?
Women need 8 milligrams and men need 10 milligrams of vitamin E daily.

Sources of Vitamin E are:
- Wheat germ
- Vegetable oil and margarine
- Avocado
- Whole grain products
- Egg yolk
- Nuts
- Liver
- Peanut butter

Can You Have Too Much or Too Little?
It's almost impossible to have a vitamin E deficiency, but too much can cause nausea and digestive tract problems.

Vitamin Storage
If you want to get the most vitamins possible from your food, refrigerate fresh produce, and keep milk and grains away from strong light. Vitamins are easily destroyed and washed out during food preparation and storage. If you take vitamin supplements, store them at room temperature in a dry place that is free of moisture.

2006-07-07 05:06:47 · answer #1 · answered by shiningthowra 3 · 0 0

Vitamin E is good for your skin and you can actually get vitamin E cream for skin damage and injuries to speed up the healing process. It also helps your energy levels and is also an antioxidant and in large amounts it is also an aphrodisiac. For further information a search for "vitamin e" + "health benefits" might perhaps be of interest.

2016-03-27 07:59:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Antioxidants such as vitamin E act to protect your cells against the effects of free radicals, which are potentially damaging by-products of energy metabolism. Free radicals can damage cells and may contribute to the development of cardiovascular disease and cancer. Studies are underway to determine whether vitamin E, through its ability to limit production of free radicals, might help prevent or delay the development of those chronic diseases. Vitamin E has also been shown to play a role in immune function, in DNA repair, and other metabolic processes

2006-07-07 04:55:05 · answer #3 · answered by babyitsyou31 5 · 0 0

Taking it orally is good for your skin, hair and nails. If you're using Vitamin E extract, it helps to reduce the appearance of scarring dramatically.

2006-07-07 04:54:40 · answer #4 · answered by Chelle 3 · 0 0

Anti-Oxidant
Nocturnal Muscle cramps
Intermittent Claudication
Fibrocystic Breast Disease

2006-07-07 04:59:31 · answer #5 · answered by I'M'ZIZOU 2 · 0 0

It's a strong antioxidant, helps out your cardiovascular system and slows aging.

2006-07-07 04:54:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

get a fuze drink from Kroger...and read the bottle....they have all vitamins and what they're good for on there.

2006-07-07 04:54:59 · answer #7 · answered by poetic_lala 5 · 0 0

http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/vitamine.asp


"This antioxidant helps to protect tissues from oxidation damage, aids in the formation of red blood cells"

2006-07-07 05:00:38 · answer #8 · answered by ♥Saffron♥Daydream♥ 3 · 0 0

good for your heart and immune system

take it in the winter when the flu season hits and ill bet money you wont get sick

2006-07-07 04:54:06 · answer #9 · answered by Grin Reeper 5 · 0 0

great for you skin, hair, and nails

also the oil is good to help heal and reduce scars

2006-07-07 04:53:54 · answer #10 · answered by ♡LiL♥Kitten♡ 5 · 0 0

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