There are so many things we don’t know about oils, vitamins, minerals, and many other related health products available out there. What they are, why we need them, where they came from. Wanting to find out more about these substances can be pretty difficult. Most of the write-ups that tell us about them can be boring. Most of the time, you end up having to scroll your way through paragraph after paragraph just to find something interesting.
But now you don’t have to!
Follow our ‘Did you know?’ to find out 20 interesting facts about the different vitamins, minerals, or oils available out there to help your body and mind. All easy to remember and laid out here for you to find!
20 interesting facts about vitamin E
1. Vitamin E was first discovered in 1922.
2. Vitamin E consists of 8 fat soluble compounds. These are –
- Alpha tocopherol.
- Beta tocopherol.
- Gamma tocopherol.
- Delta tocopherol.
- Alpha tocotrienol.
- Beta tocotrienol.
- Gamma tocotrienol.
- Delta tocotrienol.
3. Vitamin E deficiency is very rare.
4. Seeds, nuts, and vegetables are good natural sources of vitamin E.
5. Vitamin E is a very strong antioxidant, protecting the body from free radical damage.
6. Vitamin E is available in most health food stores as a tablet, liquid, capsule, and powder.
7. It’s also available in an oil form that can be used directly on the skin.
8. Vitamin E can reduce the risk of heart disease.
9. It can also help with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
10. Vitamin E supplements can help with menstrual pain, pelvic pain, and cramps.
11. Vitamin E oil is great for healing and soothing eczema on a temporary basis.
12. It can also help fade scars.
13. Vitamin E oil can help prevent wrinkles and fine lines.
14. Vitamin E may be of some help with cognitive conditions such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
15. It’s effective at reducing inflammation.
16. Vitamin E is good for supporting the immune system.
17. Vitamin E supplements can help improve lung function.
18. Vitamin E supplements can be helpful for those going through chemotherapy and radiotherapy by reducing the risks of these treatments. These supplements can also be helpful for those taking anticoagulant medication.
19. The recommended daily amount (RDA) of vitamin E is –
- Men – 15mg (22IU)
- Women – 15mg (22IU)
20. Vitamin E deficiency can lead to –
- Weak muscles
- Impaired coordination
- Vision issues
- Loss of feeling in legs and arms
- Weakened immune system
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