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Vitamin E benefits [Deficiency, Foods, Dosage & Side Effects]
🦶Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin with antioxidant properties that plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of cells, tissues, and organs in the body. Here’s some information about its benefits, dosage, food sources, and potential side effects🦶
Benefits of Vitamin E:
Antioxidant Protection: Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant, helping to protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. This can contribute to reducing the risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease and certain types of cancer.
Skin Health: Vitamin E is known for its skin-nourishing properties. It can help moisturize the skin, reduce inflammation, and protect against sun damage.
Immune Function: Vitamin E supports the immune system by enhancing the production of immune cells and promoting their activity.
Eye Health: Some studies suggest that vitamin E may play a role in reducing the risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss in older adults.
Brain Health: Vitamin E’s antioxidant properties may help protect brain cells from oxidative stress and potentially reduce the risk of cognitive decline and certain neurological conditions.
Heart Health: Vitamin E may help prevent the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, often referred to as “bad” cholesterol, potentially reducing the risk of heart disease.
Dosage:
The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for vitamin E varies by age and gender. The RDA for adults is 15 mg (22.4 IU) per day. However, higher doses may be recommended for specific conditions or as directed by a healthcare professional.
Food Sources:
Vitamin E can be obtained from a variety of food sources, including:
Nuts and seeds (such as almonds, sunflower seeds, and peanuts)
Vegetable oils (such as wheat germ oil, sunflower oil, and safflower oil)
Green leafy vegetables (such as spinach and kale)
Avocados
Fortified cereals and whole grains
Side Effects:
Vitamin E is generally considered safe when consumed within the recommended daily dosage. However, taking very high doses (above 1,000 mg/day) in supplement form may increase the risk of bleeding, especially in individuals taking blood-thinning medications. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional before taking high-dose vitamin E supplements, especially if you have any underlying medical conditions or are taking other medications.
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Dr. Tomasz Biernacki received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from Kent State College of Podiatric Medicine in 2013; he completed his Surgical Reconstructive Foot Surgery & Podiatric Medicine Residency in 2017; he completed 2 separate traveling Fellowships in Diabetic Surgery, Skin Grafting & Nerve Surgery. He is double board certified in Podiatric Medicine and Foot & Ankle Surgery separately. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” about himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Biernacki is a licensed podiatrist in Michigan. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Biernacki and you. It would be best if you did not change your health regimen or diet before consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions regarding a medical condition.