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Vitamin E

Good to know:	Also called alpha-tocopherol, tocopherol or tocotrienol. Alpha-tocopherol is the most biologically active form.
Recommendations:	Men ages 11-51+, 10 milligrams a-TE/day (equivalent to about 30 IU) Women ages 11-51+, 8 milligrams a-TE/day (equivalent to about 24 IU)
Benefits:	Acts as an antioxidant, reducing risks of cancer and heart disease; contributes to good immunity.
Food sources:	Vegetable oils, wheat germ, whole-grain products, nuts, egg yolks, green leafy vegetables.
Day's supply in:	1 ounce wheat germ (5 mg) PLUS 1 egg (0.5 mg) PLUS 1 ounce toasted almonds (4.5 mg)
Watch out:	No Warnings

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