Antioxidant - Vitamin C

Vitamin C

Vitamin E is the most abundant fat-soluble antioxidant in the body and one of the most efficient chain-breaking antioxidants available. Primary defender against oxidation. It has the most effect on lipid peri-oxidation. Vitamin E an essential antioxidant to protect cell membranes from lipid irritation and breakdown and counteracts some of the negative effects of air pollution chemicals and metals.

Sources: Vitamin E is found in nuts, green leafy vegetables, vegetable and fish oils, whole grains (esp. wheat germ), fortified cereals, apricots, whole grains, asparagus and seeds..

Current recommended daily allowance (RDA) is 15 IU per day for men and 12 IU per day for women. By defending against LDL oxidation and artery-clogging plaque formation, Vitamin E may protect against cardiovascular disease.

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