Vitamin E Capsules & Supplements

Vitamin E is important for the proper functioning of many of the body's organs. It is primarily responsible for maintaining healthy skin, good vision and proper immune system function. This vitamin is not produced by our body. It can only be obtained through food. However, the diet of a modern person does not always include a sufficient amount of vitamin-rich foods, making additional supplementation necessary. Mr Vitamins offers vitamin E capsules from leading manufacturers at the best prices. You can shop online with Australia-wide shipping or visit one of our stores across the country.

What is vitamin E?

Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that can help protect cells within the body by reducing free radical damage. While it is classified as a vitamin, it is actually a group of biologically active substances: tocopherols and tocotrienols. Tocopherols in the alpha and delta forms are the most active. They are found mostly in foods of plant origin, especially in fatty oils.

Vitamin E is fat-soluble, with the body storing it in the liver and fat tissue when not being used. Dietary sources of this vitamin include vegetable oils, nuts, green leafy vegetables, the fats of meat, poultry and fish and fortified cereals.

How can vitamin E capsules benefit our health?

The effect of vitamin E on the body can not be overestimated: it can prevent ageing, increase the body's defences, improve the functioning of endocrine glands, help with potency disorders in men, acting together with vitamin A, it may protect the lungs from the effects of polluted air and speed up the healing process after burns.

Researchers have investigated the use of vitamin E capsules as a treatment for a variety of degenerative diseases, including: 

• hardening of the arteries,
• high blood pressure,
• heart disease,
• cancer.

As the most powerful antioxidant, vitamin E may help people with higher environmental or lifestyle exposure to free radicals. Free radicals are increased by: 

• cigarette smoking,
• exposure to air pollution,
• high exposure to ultraviolet rays from sunlight.

Vitamin E also contributes to the accumulation of glycogen in the muscles, an energy reserve. It can improve the functioning of the nervous system, strengthen the immune system and promote the absorption of other essential nutrients, including vitamin D and vitamin A, that may be destroyed by the body. Therefore, vitamins A and E are often taken together.

How to take vitamin E supplements?

Capsules are the easiest way of supplementing vitamin E. They can be taken internally or broken open and applied directly to the skin. Many face and body creams also contain pure vitamin oil for healing scars and skin rejuvenation. 

The naturally-occurring d-alpha-tocopherol is the most biologically active form of vitamin. The best Vitamin E capsules should contain naturally sourced tocopherols, preferably in a mixed combination. The appropriate dosage will range from 100iu to 1000iu. 

Vitamin E capsule contraindications

Vitamin E has a storage capacity, and its overabundance, as well as its deficiency, can lead to health problems. Therefore, do not self-prescribe tocopherol, be sure to consult your doctor if you have symptoms of a lack of this vitamin.

People on blood thinning medicines such as warfarin and some cholesterol medicines need to be careful when supplementing vitamin E. If you have any doubts about your options or the required dosage, you can consult with one of our practitioners online. You can book a free 10 minute call at a time that suits and hear a professional's opinion on which supplements are right for you.