What are Antioxidants?
Antioxidants main impact on the body is their ability to protect the body from harmful cells called free radicals. [1] Free radicals are commonly linked to chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer and many other life-threatening diseases. [2] The body is exposed to free radicals oftentimes through external environments: cigarette smoke, air pollution, or even UV radiation from the sun, can all contribute to the production of these free radicals. [3]
What are the Health Benefits of Vitamin E?
Vitamin E is a fat soluble antioxidant that stops the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) created when fat becomes oxidized. [4] Vitamin E, being an antioxidant, is naturally able to fight off free radicals, harmful cells which are prominently found to be the cause behind many chronic diseases. [5] Generally, vitamin E boosts your immune system by preventing dangerous diseases and other harmful viruses from forming inside of your body. Vitamin E is also an important ingredient for your brain, blood, skin, vision, and reproductive health. [6] While it is possible to consume proper amounts of vitamin E through your diet, often it is necessary to supplement it into your diet to maintain a healthy balance of nutrients and antioxidants in your body. [7]