Dl-Alpha-Tocopherol

Dl-Alpha-Tocopherol

Dl-Alpha-Tocopherol: Dl-alpha-tocopherol is form of Vitamin E and an antioxidant that is vital in protecting the body and DNA against damage from free radicals. Dl-alpha-tocopherol is a fat soluble vitamin and is available in supplements.

Adequate Amounts Claimed As Beneficial For Conditions: Dl-Alpha-Tocopherol

Adequate amounts of Dl-Alpha-Tocopherol are claimed to be potentially beneficial for:

• Vitamin E deficiency
• Anemia
• Heart disease
• Cataracts
• Cancer
• Asthma
• Alzheimer's disease
• Diabetes
• Infertility
• Stroke
• Boosts immunity
• Arthritis
• HIV/AIDS
• Liver disease
• Fibrocystic breast disease

Adequate Amounts Claimed As Preventative For Conditions: Dl-Alpha-Tocopherol

Adequate amounts of Dl-Alpha-Tocopherol are claimed to be potentially preventative for:

• Vitamin D deficiency
• Anemia
• Heart disease
• Stroke
• Premature aging
• Cataracts
• Cancer
• Asthma
• Alzheimer's disease
• Diabetes
• Infertility
• Arthritis
• Liver disease
• Boosts immunity
• Macular degeneration
• Memory loss associated with aging
• Parkinson's disease
• Preeclampsia
• Sunburn

Toxicity/Overdose Risks For Supplement Or Excessive Intake: Dl-Alpha-Tocopherol

Excessive intake of Dl-Alpha-Tocopherol may involve the following risks:

• Headache
• Fatigue
• Diarrhea
• Bleeding
• Blood clots
• Hypertension
• Rash
• Gastrointestinal distress

Dl-Alpha-Tocopherol: Other Names

Other names for this supplements (Dl-Alpha-Tocopherol) include:

• Vitamin E
• Synthetic vitamin E

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