Vitamin E
Pataasin ang iyong marka sa homework at exams ngayon gamit ang Quizwiz!
Vitamin E Deficiency
Erythrocyte hemolysis, nerve damage, red blood cell breakage
Vitamin E Function
Antioxidant (stabilization of cell membranes, regulation of oxidation reactions, protection of polyunsaturated fatty acids [PUFA] and vitamin A).
Vitamin E Toxicity
Hemorrhagic effects, augments the effects of anti clotting medication
Vitamin E Sources
Polyunsaturated plant oils (margarine, salad dressings, shortenings), leafy green vegetables, wheat germ, whole grains, liver, egg yolks, nuts, seeds, fatty meats
Vitamin E
acts as an antioxidant, defending lipids and other components of the cells against oxidative damage
