Common names
* Vitamin E, Tocopherol, Alpha-tocopherol
Recommended Intake
* Males and females ≥ 19 years: 15 mg/day
What's Vitamin E for?
* Acts as an antioxidant, scavenging for free radicals that can damage cells and contribute to cardiovascular disease and cancer
* Contributes to immune function and DNA repair
Best Food sources
* Vegetables oils (such as those in salad dressings and margarine), especially wheat germ oil
* Fortified cereals
* Green leafy vegetables, nuts, beans, and whole grains
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