Abstract
This article reviews the chemistry of the tocopherols; their dietary sources, absorption, transport, and storage; and their metabolic function. In addition, the potential role of dietary or supplemental tocopherol intake in the prevention of chronic disease and possible mechanisms for observed protective effects are discussed. Finally, a summary of the assessment of tocopherol status in humans, intake requirements, and an overview of the safety of high intakes is provided.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Encyclopedia of Human Nutrition |
| Publisher | Elsevier Inc. |
| Pages | 390-397 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| Volume | 4-4 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9780123848857 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9780123750839 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2012 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
Keywords
- Antioxidants
- Cancer
- Cardiovascular disease
- Disease prevention
- Tocopherols
- Vitamin E deficiency
- Vitamin E requirements
- Vitamin E supplementation
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