Acts as a scavenger, cleaning up free radicals, also aids in the formation of red blood cells, reproduction and growth.
How Much: RDA = 15 mg for adults.
Too Much: UL = 1,000 mg daily. May cause increased bleeding time.
Too Little: Associated with fat mal-absorption diseases such as Crohn’s disease.
Foods: Peanut butter, almonds, sun-flower seeds, margarine, wheat germ, corn oil, soybean oil and turnip greens.
Interactions: High amounts may increase bleeding, especially if blood-thinning medications also are used; aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) and drugs for schizophrenia or chemotherapy.
Research Note: A study of 136 people with knee OA found that supplemental vitamin E didn’t have any beneficial effect. Several 2007 studies show vitamin E may protect against inflammation associated with atherosclerosis and type 2 diabetes.
