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Natural source Vitamin E with 24mg mixed tocopherols
Natural source Vitamin E with 24mg mixed tocopherols
Vitamin E is an essential, fat soluble nutrient.ย ย It is found in many foods including oily fish, green vegetables, nuts, and seeds (especially sunflower seeds) and vegetable oils such as sunflower and wheatgerm oil.ย ย It is also often found in beauty creams and in food supplements.
There are two forms of Vitamin E used for supplements, one natural and the other synthetic.ย ย The natural form is known as D-Alpha Tocopherol, and it is this form which is always used by Natures Aid for our Vitamin E capsules.
The main function of Vitamin E is as an antioxidant โ it protects the cells of the body against oxidative stress.ย ย ย Oxidative stress is the damage caused to our cells by free radicals.ย ย Free radicals can start to build up from smoking and high exposure to UV light.ย ย They are also found in processed meats such as bacon and sausages, refined carbohydrates and in heated cooking oils.ย ย Anti-oxidants like Vitamin E can help to protect cells against oxidative stress.
These Natures Aid Natural Vitamin E Capsules provide 400iu of Vitamin E in each capsule.ย ย Each gelatine capsule is free from dairy, gluten, yeast, and nuts.ย ย For those who are seeking a vegan or vegetarian friendly Vitamin E product, why not have a look at our Vitamin E Oil is certified by the Vegan Society.
Take 1-2 softgels per day with food. Do not exceed the recommended intake.
d-alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Gelatin, Sunflower Oil, Glycerine, Natural Mixed Vitamin E.