Benefits of vitamin E and food resource we can get in vitamin E
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The function of this vitamin is to maintain blood function and prevent excess fatty acids in the body. The body also needs vitamin E to help keep the immune system strong against viruses and bacteria.
Vitamin E is an antioxidant. This means it protects body tissue from damage caused by substances called free radicals, which can harm cells, tissues, and organs. They are believed to play a role in certain conditions related to aging.
Benefits of vitamin E :
1. Maintain blood function.
2. Preventing excess fatty acids in the body.
3. Protects red blood cells.
4. Helps prevent the destruction of vitamin A and C.
Food resource :
1. Vegetable oils (such as wheat germ, sunflower, safflower, corn, and soybean oils)
2. Nuts (such as almonds, peanuts, and hazelnuts/filberts)
3. Seeds (such as sunflower seeds)
4. Green leafy vegetables (such as spinach and broccoli).
Reference: medlineplus.gov, nutristrategy.com.
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