Gamma E Mixed Tocopherols & Tocotrienols is an
all-natural, oral formula that provides a full spectrum vitamin E for potent
antioxidant protection. The term "vitamin E" refers to a family of
eight related, lipid-soluble, antioxidant compounds widely present in plants.
The tocopherol and tocotrienol subfamilies are each composed of alpha, beta,
gamma, and delta fractions having unique biological effects. Gamma E Mixed
Tocopherols & Tocotrienols contains the complete spectrum of all eight
vitamin E tocopherol and tocotrienol forms. Benefits at a Glance Full spectrum
vitamin E. Potent antioxidant protection. Provides both members of the vitamin
E family — tocopherols and tocotrienols. Provides the optimal amount and ratio
of alpha, beta, gamma, and delta sub-families. Vitamin E is a Family of
Antioxidant Compounds The term "vitamin E" refers to a family of
eight related, lipid-soluble, antioxidant compounds widely present in plants.
The tocopherol and tocotrienol subfamilies are each composed of alpha, beta,
gamma, and delta fractions having unique biological effects. Different ratios
of these compounds are found in different parts of a plant. For example, the
green parts of a plant contain mostly alpha tocopherol and the seed germ and
bran contain mostly tocotrienols. Along with other nutrients, tocopherols and
tocotrienols are concentrated in the bran layers of the rye grain, and are only
present at low levels in the flour endosperm. Tocopherols are also present in
algae, mint teas, and other foods. Vitamin E Provides Potent Antioxidant
Benefits As a family of antioxidant compounds, vitamin E is one of the most
researched and most important nutrients to consume daily. One or more members
of the vitamin E family may: Maintain cell membrane integrity and reduce
cellular aging. Act as a free radical scavenger. Maintain healthy platelet
aggregation. Promote a healthy nervous system and retina of the eye. Maintain
healthy cognitive function. Enhance immune function. Gamma Tocopherol is
Critically Important Prestigious scientific journals have highlighted gamma
tocopherol as one of the most critically important forms of vitamin E for those
seeking optimal health benefits. In fact, studies show the combination of
alpha- and gamma-tocopherol supplementation appears to be superior to either
supplementation alone on biomarkers of oxidative stress and on inflammatory
factors. Most commercial vitamin E supplements contain little, if any, gamma
tocopherol. They instead rely on alpha tocopherol as the primary ingredient.
However, it is gamma tocopherol (not the alpha form) that quenches
peroxynitrite, the free radical that plays a major role in the development of
age-related decline. Tocotrienols Support Arteries and Nerves Tocotrienols have
shown superior action in maintaining arterial health. In 2010, a team of Asian
scientists demonstrated that this class of nutrients, which are difficult to
obtain in sufficient quantities through dietary sources alone, may provide
superior support in maintaining triglyceride levels already within healthy
range in aging individuals. Just 120 mg per day of gamma-delta tocotrienols
(provided in 3-4 softgels) induced a 28% decline in triglyceride levels in the
blood after just one month. This wonder nutrient is so effective because of its
structure of double bonds in the isoprenoid side chain, making it a great
scavenger of free radicals. Research has shown that tocotrienols display potent
neuroprotective properties and in particular alpha-tocotrienol is being touted
as the most potent neuroprotective form of vitamin E.
