Nutrient

Vitamin E

Established research area

A fat-soluble antioxidant vitamin found in nuts, seeds, and avocado. Often discussed in relation to skin.

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Commonly noted

Commonly noted: Vitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant that helps protect cells from free-radical damage and is used by cells in many normal functions.
Low intake: A vitamin E shortfall is rare and is commonly discussed in relation to nerve and muscle effects, mostly among people whose bodies cannot absorb fat well.
Higher intake: Vitamin E from food is not considered a concern; very high supplemental vitamin E is commonly discussed in relation to bleeding, and the commonly cited upper level for adults is 1,000 mg a day from supplements.

Source: NIH ODS

Reference intakes

General reference figures for a typical adult — not a personal target or a claim of need.

Commonly found in

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