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 Vitamin E, Linus Pauling Institute's Micronutrient Information Center
Presently, the relationship between vitamin E intake and the development of cataracts requires further clarification before specific recommendations can be made.
In two of the studies, those individuals who consumed more than 7 mg of alpha-tocopherol in food were only approximately 35% as likely to die from heart disease as those who consumed less than 3-5 mg of alpha-tocopherol (12,13).
Alpha-tocopherol has been shown to enhance specific aspects of the immune response that appear to decline as people age.
http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/infocenter/vitamins/vitaminE   (3717 words)

  
 vitamin: vitamin E
During vitamin E therapy the increase in muscle vitamin E content was proportional to the degree of clinical improvement.
After 20-25 months, arterial flow to the lower leg had increased by about 34% in the vitamin E group, while no change occurred in those receiving the other therapies.
This can be useful in the treatment of asthma and other inflammatory conditions such as arthritis.
http://www.ibismedical.com/vitamine.html   (2722 words)

  
 Information and Research on tocopherols and tocotrienols
This Vitamin E Oil can be used as a body oil or massage oil or used therapeutically for common stretch marks and skin irritations.
In addition gamma-tocopherol fights the nitrogen free radicals which are culprits in neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.It is important to keep in mind, however, that the other tocopherols and the tocotrienols may have important roles.
They studied the records 76,890 women from the Nurses' Health Study and 47,331 men from the Health Professionals Follow-Up Study and analyzed the dietary habits and medical status of the study enrollees.
http://www.vitamine-factor.com   (1759 words)

  
 Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine: Vitamin E
Vitamin E is an antioxidant responsible for proper functioning of the immune system and for maintaining healthy eyes and skin.
While its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties may have some benefits in reducing swelling and relieving discomfort in a wound, some dermatologists dispute the claims of faster healing, and there are no large controlled studies to support this claim.
Further large, controlled, and long-term clinical studies are necessary to answer these questions.
http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_g2603/is_0007/ai_2603000729   (1005 words)

  
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But this thinking is changing as researchers also are identifying heart-healthy powers in the tocotrienols.
Otherwise, you may be working counter to what the cancer treatment is designed to do.
Disappointing results were reported from the widely publicized HOPE study (Heart Outcomes Prevention Evaluation Study), which followed nearly 10,000 people at high risk for heart attack or stroke for more than four years.
http://www.wholehealthmd.com/refshelf/substances_view/1,1525,906,00.html   (2763 words)

  
 Vitamin E
Vitamin E in the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease and cancer: the Women's Health Study: a randomized controlled trial - JAMA.
Vitamin E Supplements May Help Prevent Stroke In Men With Hypertension - Doctor's Guide, 11/6/00
Natural Vitamin E The Supplement Of Choice For Pregnant Women - Doctor's Guide, 3/24/98
http://qualitycounts.com/fpvitamine.html   (6483 words)

  
 Vitamin E - Natural Supplements from Whole Health Products
More and more evidence is pointing to the importance of antioxidants, with several studies showing that populations who consume high levels of antioxidants have reduced rates of cancer, heart disease and other maladies.
A recently released "meta analysis" of 19 clinical studies has created all of the controversy.
Almost all of the participants already suffering from heart disease, Alzheimer’s or cancer, this is an extremely poor sample group to work with;
http://www.health-pages.com/ve   (1247 words)

  
 All Natural Form Vitamin E, Water Soluble, antioxidant, 400 IU
This condition is referred to as hemolytic anemia.
However, most of the vegetable oils that are commercially available have been exposed to radiation, so free radicals have formed in them.
Newer studies seem to indicate that natural, mixed tocopherols provide even greater benefits than the synthetic form.
http://www.cybervitamins.com/vitae.htm   (873 words)

  
 DoctorYourself.com - Vitamin E
Since the effective dose of Vitamin E varies with the individual condition, it is always a good idea to have medical supervision.
The intelligent way to deal with this is to work with your doctor, who is responsible for your prescription.
One is an oxygen-sparing effect on heart muscle.
http://doctoryourself.com/vitamin_e.html   (1035 words)

  
 Dr. Koop - Vitamin E- Health Encyclopedia and Reference
Vitamin E's status as a supposed panacea has kept many reputable researchers from exploring its actual benefits in well-designed clinical studies.
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It has been claimed as a treatment for vaginal dryness, premenstrual syndrome, breast cysts, circulatory disorders in the legs and the heart pains of angina pectoris.
http://www.drkoop.com/encyclopedia/93/326.html   (609 words)

  
 Vitamins and Minerals Online
Without Vitamins your body would not be able to control many of your metabolic functions; such as your body energy balance, fat burning ability, digestibility, sexuality, and much more.
It is our hope that these reduced costs will aid your family in living a long, healthy, and prosperous life!
Minerals are just as important as vitamins when it comes to preventing deficiency disease and symptoms.
http://www.iwantmyvitamins.com   (629 words)

  
 - Supplements
Vitamin E is one of the most potent fat-soluble antioxidants in the body.
Influence of apolipoprotein E genotype on blood redox status of Alzheimer's disease patients.
A controlled trial of selegiline, alpha-tocopherol, or both as treatment for Alzheimer's disease.
http://www.supplementwatch.com/supatoz/supplement.asp?supplementId=105   (2137 words)

  
 eMedicine - Vitamin E Toxicity : Article by Christy L Henry, MD
These results have not been found in any previous studies.
Similar findings have been observed in animal studies.
Vitamins A, C and E. The Task Force on Alternative Therapies of the Canadian Breast Cancer Research Initiative.
http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic2384.htm   (2131 words)

  
 01-15-04 STUDY FINDS HUGE VARIABILITY IN VITAMIN E ABSORPTION
The research may explain, Traber said, why many past research studies done with vitamin E have varied findings.
Vitamin E has been explored in recent years for its potential value in prevention of heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's disease and other health concerns.
Although the scientific community is still divided in its conclusions, some studies suggest vitamin E has an important role to play in a healthy cardiovascular, neurologic and immune system.
http://oregonstate.edu/dept/ncs/newsarch/2004/Jan04/cereal.htm   (938 words)

  
 Vitamin E is Safe.
The average age of the subjects was 65.
Unfortunately we cannot answer individual questions about your personal health conditions or vitamin usage that may be particular to you.
We suggest this may be something you'd like to discuss with your pharmacist, nutritionist/dietitian, physician or other healthcare professional.
http://www.crnusa.org/vitaminEissafe.html   (427 words)

  
 Vitamin E Facts :: Brought to you by the Dietary Supplement Information Bureau
National Cancer Institute Response to HOPE TOO study
A widely-reported study in the "Annals of Internal Medicine" suggested that the elderly and infirm using the vitamin run increased risks of heart disease and cancer.
Nutritionists are firing back after a study suggesting that high doses of Vitamin E could harm human health.
http://www.vitaminefacts.org   (288 words)

  
 Vitamin E - Ask the Dietitian
Vitamin E is so widespread in foods that it is difficult to produce a deficiency in humans.
Vitamin E deficiency has not been proven in humans, but it has in animals.
Vitamin E does combine with oxygen which is beneficial to polyunsaturated fats and vitamin A.
http://www.dietitian.com/vitamine.html   (280 words)

  
 MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Vitamin E
The ability of vitamin E to prevent cancer, heart disease, dementia, liver disease, and stroke are still not known.
Vitamin E is an antioxidant that protects body tissue from damage caused by unstable substances called free radicals.
Free radicals can harm cells, tissues, and organs, and they are believed to be one of the causes of the degenerative processes seen in aging.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002406.htm   (380 words)

  
 Get Your E
Scientific studies suggest that vitamin E may prove to be even more beneficial in years to come.
Preliminary research points to the promising effects of vitamin E in curbing certain chronic diseases.
The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) recommends 15 mg daily of the alpha-tocopherol form of vitamin E, with an emphasis on natural sources.
http://www.getyoure.org   (125 words)

  
 Alzheimer's Disease slowed with vitamin E and C nutritional supplements, say researchers
Early Vitamin E Supplements Stem Development Of Hallmark Alzheimer's Symptoms In Mice (March 26, 2004) -- Vitamin E, a well-known antioxidant, has been used to treat Alzheimer's disease, but with mixed results, especially in patients with advanced symptoms.
Antioxidant vitamin supplements, particularly vitamins E and C, may protect the aging brain against damage associated with the pathological changes of Alzheimer's disease, according to a study conducted by the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and other institutions.
The researchers believe antioxidant vitamin supplements may be an ideal prevention strategy for our aging population as they are relatively nontoxic and are thought to have wide-ranging health benefits.
http://www.newstarget.com/002085.html   (1047 words)

  
 PROVET HEALTHCARE INFORMATION - Vitamin E
Vitamin E has some important roles to play in the body, including :
In the body vitamin E is stored in the liver and all body tissues.
This is seen most often in cats fed a mainly fish ration.
http://www.provet.co.uk/petfacts/healthtips/vitamine.htm   (246 words)

  
 AllRefer.com - vitamin : Vitamin E (Biochemistry) - Encyclopedia
Vitamin E occurs in at least eight molecular forms (tocopherols or tocotrienols); in humans the most biologically active form has generally been considered to be alpha-tocopherol, which is also the most common.
All forms exist as light yellow, viscous oils.
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http://reference.allrefer.com/encyclopedia/V/vitamin-vitamin-e.html   (261 words)

  
 Vitamin E
Vitamin E interacts synergistically with Vitamin C, When taken together they enhance each others effects
http://www.nutritiondynamics.net/products/Vitamins_A-E/E/main.html   (4358 words)

  
 Vitamin E - Herbal Encyclopedia
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Vitamin A, B-Complex, B-1, Inositol, Vitamin C, Manganese, Selenium.
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