Vitamin E functions as nature's free radical scavenger acting as a powerful anti-oxidant and aids in the fight against heart disease

The health benefits of vitamin E are numerous. Vitamin E functions as a powerful antioxidant and anti-aging supplement. Vitamin E also functions in strengthening the immune and cardiovascular systems. There are eight forms of vitamin E known as tocopherols and tocotrienols. Of these alpha tocopherol is a major free radical scavenger in fatty tissues. This anti-aging property is what makes E vitamins such a potent force in preserving youth and vigor.

The Life Extension foundation reports studies have shown that 400 to 800 IU of vitamin E reduced the risks of heart attacks by 77%. Studies have also indicated that those 55 years or older who consume large doses of vitamin E over a number of years had a much lower risk of developing Alzheimer's. Studies have also confirmed that gamma tocopherol is perhaps even a more beneficial form of Vitamin E than alpha tocopherol.

Vitamin E health benefits:

• Powerful antioxidant – neutralizes free radicals
• Strengthens immune system
• Reduces risk of coronary heart disease and protects the cardiovascular system
• Contains anti aging properties

Topical vitamin E in the form of mixed or alpha tocopherols have been shown to help a wide variety of skin ailments. Its also proved effective in reducing the effects of psoriasis and risk of skin cancer. Vitamin E is also known to reduce scaring from wounds.