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Vitamin E - the secret to health, beauty, and longevity

Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that plays important roles in the body. Learn more about its functions, health benefits, sources, and risks associated with deficiency and overdose.

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The role of vitamin E in the body

Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that plays important roles in the body. Learn more about its functions, health benefits, sources, and risks associated with deficiency and overdose.

Health benefits of vitamin E

Vitamin E performs many important functions. As an antioxidant, it protects cells from damage caused by free radicals. It also supports the immune system, maintains healthy skin and hair, and supports the cardiovascular and nervous systems.

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Recommended daily intake of vitamin E

Vitamin E may help prevent heart disease by protecting blood vessels from damage. It also protects cells from damage, which may help maintain eye health. Vitamin E supports healthy skin and hair through its antioxidant and moisturizing properties.

Sources of vitamin E

The daily recommended intake of vitamin E depends on age, gender, and health status. Adult males need around 15 mg, while females need around 12 mg of vitamin E per day. It is worth noting that pregnancy and breastfeeding increase the need for vitamin E.

What are the effects and symptoms of vitamin E deficiency

Vitamin E is found in many foods, such as vegetable oils (e.g. sunflower, soybean, rapeseed), nuts, seeds, leafy vegetables (spinach, kale), and avocado. Vitamin E supplementation may be considered in case of deficiency, but it is important to consult a doctor before starting it.

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Vitamin E overdose

Vitamin E deficiency can lead to neurological disorders, muscle weakness, vision problems, and weakened immune system. Risk groups for vitamin E deficiency include people with fat absorption disorders, premature infants, and people on a very low-fat diet.

Vitamin E in cosmetics

Vitamin E overdose is rare but can lead to adverse health effects such as blood clotting disorders, muscle weakness, headache, nausea, diarrhea, and fatigue. To avoid overdose, it is important to follow the recommendations for vitamin E supplementation dosage and consume it in moderate amounts from food sources.

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Summary

Cosmetics with vitamin E, such as creams, balms, and oils, are often used to moisturize, regenerate the skin and protect against harmful external factors. Using cosmetics with vitamin E can benefit the health and appearance of the skin, but in some cases, it can also cause irritation, so it is worth using them according to the manufacturer's recommendations.

Bibliography:

  • Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. (2021). Vitamin E.
  • Packer, L., Weber, S. U., & Rimbach, G. (2001). Molecular aspects of alpha-tocotrienol antioxidant action and cell signalling. The Journal of nutrition, 131(2), 369S–373S.
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