Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin with a variety of physiological functions and antioxidant properties. Vitamin E 50% power" refers to a form of vitamin E with a 50% content.
Description:
•Chemical properties: Vitamin E is a group of similar compounds including alpha -, beta -, gamma - and delta-tocopherol. They differ slightly in their chemical structure, but share similar physiological effects.
•Source: Vitamin E is found mainly in plant-based oils, nuts, seeds, grains, and leafy green vegetables. Common food sources include olive oil, sunflower oil, almonds, peanuts, spinach, etc.
•Physiological function: Vitamin E has many important functions in the human body. It is an antioxidant that fights free radical damage and protects cells from oxidative stress. In addition, vitamin E also plays an important role in the immune system, vascular health, and neuroprotection.
Purpose:
1. Antioxidant effect: The main role of vitamin E is as an antioxidant. It can neutralize free radicals, reduce oxidative stress damage to cells, and help maintain cell health and slow down the aging process.
2. Cardiovascular health: Vitamin E is believed to be beneficial for cardiovascular health. It prevents the oxidation of LDL (bad cholesterol) and reduces the risk of atherosclerosis. However, large-scale clinical studies have not definitively demonstrated the preventive effect of vitamin E supplementation on cardiovascular disease.
3. Immune support: Vitamin E plays a supporting role in the normal function of the immune system. It can enhance the activity of immune cells and improve the body's resistance to infection.
4. Skin health: Vitamin E is widely used in skin care products. It moisturizes the skin, reduces water loss, and has antioxidant properties that help protect the skin from free radicals and environmental damage.
5. Neuroprotection: Vitamin E plays a protective role in the nervous system. It can reduce the damage of nerve cells caused by oxidative stress, and may have a certain role in preventing some neurodegenerative diseases.
