Vitamin E (Fat Soluble)

Function

Important in the formation of red blood cells and acts as an antioxidant to protect body tissue from the damage of oxidation.

Overconsumption

There are no known toxic effects to megadoses of vitamin E. Occasional and/or rare side effects such as headache, fatigue and dizziness have been reported.

Deficiency

There is no known dietary deficiency of vitamin E.

Sources

Wheat germ, corn, nuts, seeds, olives, green leafy vegetables, vegetable oils (such as corn, sunflower, soybean, and cottonseed)