Vitamin E ( Alfa tocopherol)

Functions:

• As an antioxidant,preventing the damage caused by free radicals to cell membrane and cell contents, Reduces the ability of LDL to from plaque in arteries

Deficiency:

• Nerve damage, anemia, muscle loss, weakness

Recommended Requirement 

• 15 micro grams
• High intakes over 800 IU can cause increasing bleeding

Sources: 

• Vegetable oil, wheat germ, nuts and seeds dark green vegetables, whole grains, beans , eggs