Micronutrient Role
Fat Soluble
Antioxidant
Cell Signaling
Gene Expression
Protects against Free Radicals like: cigarette smoke, air pollution, UV radiation.
Recommended intake
15 mg
Deficiency
Rare malnutrition
Genetic defects
Fat malabsorption
Toxicity
Low in toxicity
GI- nausea
Impaired Blood
Coagulation
Respiratory Infections
Muscle Weakness
Fatigue
Double vision
Disease Prevention/Treatment
Cardiovascular Disease
Diabetes
Dementia
Dermatological
Hemotological
Hepatic
Musculoskeletal
Neurological/Cognitive
Obstetrical
Gynecological
Allergy
Hemmorhoids
Chronic Diseases
Eye Disorders
Nutrient Interaction
Selenium
Vitamin C
Fat Soluble Vitamins
Iron
Zinc
CoQ10
Plant sterols
Niacin
Poly Unsaturated Fatty Acids
Drug interactions
Anticoagulants
Anti platelet Drugs
NSAIDS
Mineral Oil
Chemotherapy
Recommended Foods
Wheat Germ, Sunflower Seeds, Almonds, Nuts
Spinach, Broccoli
Mango, Kiwi
*Susceptible to destruction in food prep like going rancid or overheating
