Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast This Vitamin Mistake is Super Unhealthy!
Feb 19, 2025
Discover the surprising side of vitamin E! The podcast reveals how a-tocopherol can act as a pro-oxidant rather than protecting you. Learn about the powerful benefits of tocotrienols, including potential anti-cancer effects and neuroprotection. These nutrients may promote longevity and support cardiovascular health. While tocopherols are easier to find in foods like nuts and greens, tocotrienols are rarer and often come from supplements. Delve into the vital differences for better health choices!
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Vitamin E Complexity
- Vitamin E is not just one thing, but exists as a complex of tocopherols and tocotrienols.
- Taking isolated alpha-tocopherol can act as a pro-oxidant, causing damage instead of antioxidant benefits.
Tocotrienol Benefits
- Tocotrienols are more potent antioxidants than tocopherols.
- They offer various benefits, including anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory effects, and increased lifespan in animal studies.
Tocotrienol Usage
- Take tocotrienols after workouts for better recovery and increased oxygen-carrying capacity.
- They are also beneficial for those at high altitudes or with age-related cognitive decline.