There are two types of vitamins - fat soluble and water soluble of which the vitamin E is a fat soluble vitamin. It is found in many foods including vegetable oils, cereals, meat, poultry, eggs and fruits. Foods rich in vitamin E include canola oil, olive oil, margarine, almonds and peanuts. Vitamin E is available from meats, dairy, leafy greens and fortified cereals. The recommended daily amount of vitamin E for adults is 15 milligrams a day. Vitamin E is also available as an oral supplement in capsules or drops. Deficiency of vitamin E can cause nerve pain (neuropathy).
Dr Rajesh Bhardwaj, a senior ENT specialist, tells us all about vitamin E by addressing on the following questions :
- What are Vitamin E Rich Foods?
- How are Vitamin E Supplements aided?
- What are the effects of vitamin E deficiency?
- What are the functions of Vitamin E?
- Is Vitamin E useful for Skin, Hair & Face?
- Is vitamin E an antioxidant?
- Does vitamin E help with premature aging?
- Is vitamin E important for immune functions?
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