400 IU Vitamin E d-Alpha Tocopherol (30 Softgels)

How Vitamin E Works in Your Body

Vitamin E's main job is to act as an antioxidant, neutralising free radicals that can damage your cells. This supports your immune system and helps maintain healthy skin. It also plays a part in forming red blood cells and keeping your blood vessels flexible.

Where to Find Vitamin E in Your Diet

You can get vitamin E from foods like sunflower seeds, almonds, spinach, and wheat germ oil. Vegetable oils, peanuts, and fortified cereals also contribute. A balanced diet usually covers your needs, but a supplement can help if you're not eating enough.

What Exactly Is Vitamin E?

Vitamin E is a group of eight fat-soluble compounds, with alpha-tocopherol being the most active form in humans. Your body cannot make it, so you need to get it from food or supplements. Many Australians don't get enough from diet alone, which is why a supplement can be handy.

Recommended Dietary Allowances for Vitamin E

For adults, the recommended dietary intake is 15 mg (22.4 IU) per day. However, many supplements like this one provide 400 IU for extra antioxidant support. The upper safe limit is 1,000 IU daily, so 400 IU is a safe level for most adults. Always check with your health professional before taking high doses.

Supplement Considerations

This product gives you 400 IU of d-alpha-tocopherol per softgel. Because vitamin E is fat-soluble, it's best taken with a meal that contains fat. Taking it consistently helps maintain stable levels. When buying supplements, look for natural d-alpha-tocopherol for better absorption.

Safety and Precautions

Vitamin E is generally safe at recommended doses. Very high doses (over 1,000 IU daily) may increase bleeding risk, especially if you're on blood thinners like warfarin. Side effects are rare. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, , or prevent any disease. Always read the label and follow directions for use. If you're pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition, consult your health professional first.

Vitamin E Deficiency and Toxicity

Deficiency is rare but can occur in people with fat absorption issues. Symptoms include nerve problems and muscle weakness. Toxicity is uncommon, but excessive intake can cause bleeding. Stick to the recommended dosage.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Therapeutic Goods Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, , or prevent any disease.