Gamma E Tocopherol/Tocotrienols
According to the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, alpha tocopherol (regular vitamin E) displaces critically important gamma tocopherol in the cells (121). While alpha tocopherol inhibits free radical production, gamma tocopherol is required to trap and neutralize existing free radicals (121).
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 shows 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 (122,123).
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 (121).
Tocotrienols have shown superior action in maintaining arterial health (128-130). 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 (131).
Research has shown that tocotrienols display potent neuroprotective properties (134,135).
References
121. Proc Natl Acad Sci USA. 1997 Apr 1; 94(7):3217-22.
122. Free Radic Biol Med. 2008 Mar 15;44(6):1203-8.
123. Eur J Nutr. 2008 Oct;47(7):387-92.
128. Arch Pharm Res. 2008 Sep;31(9):1212-7.
129. Atherosclerosis. 2005 May;180(1):19-25.
130. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 2004 Dec;1031:401-4.
131. Free Radic Biol Med. 1991;10(5):263-75.
132. J Nutr. 2001 Nov;131(11):2892-7.
133. Wei Sheng Yan Jiu. 2004 Mar;33(2):243-5.
134. Mol Aspects Med. 2007 Oct-Dec;28(5-6):692-728.
135. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 1980;355:80-97.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1 softgel
Servings Per Container 60
Amount Per Serving
Vitamin E (as D-alpha tocopherol) 45.9 IU
Gamma E Mixed Tocopherols 325 mg
Typical Distribution:
Gamma tocopherol 195-221 mg
Delta tocopherol 81.25-113,75 mg
Alpha tocopherol 16.25-32.5 mg
Beta tocopherol 0-6.5 mg
Tocomin® Full-Spectrum Natural Tocotrienol/Tocopherol Complex 145 mg
Typical Distribution:
Gamma tocotrienol 29-34.8 mg
Alpha tocotrienol 15.95-20.3 mg
Delta tocotrienol 8-10.2 mg
Beta tocotrienol 2.2 mg
Alpha tocopherol 14.5-20.3 mg
Other ingredients: gelatin, glycerin, water, rosemary extract.
Contains soybeans.
This product contains NO milk, egg, fish, peanuts, crustacean shellfish (lobster, crab, shrimp), tree nuts, wheat, yeast, gluten, corn, or rice. Contains NO sugar, and no artificial sweeteners, flavors, colors, or preservatives.
Tocomin® is a registered trademark of Carotech, Inc.
Dosage and Use
Take one softgel once or twice daily with food, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.
Caution
If you are taking anti-coagulant or anti-platelet medications, or having a bleeding disorder, consult your healthcare provider before taking this product.
Warnings
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not exceed recommended dose.
Do not purchase if outer seal is broken or damaged.
If you have a bad reaction to product discontinue use immediately.
When using nutritional supplements, please consult with your physician if you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or lactating.
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 shows 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 (122,123).
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 (121).
Tocotrienols have shown superior action in maintaining arterial health (128-130). 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 (131).
Research has shown that tocotrienols display potent neuroprotective properties (134,135).
References
121. Proc Natl Acad Sci USA. 1997 Apr 1; 94(7):3217-22.
122. Free Radic Biol Med. 2008 Mar 15;44(6):1203-8.
123. Eur J Nutr. 2008 Oct;47(7):387-92.
128. Arch Pharm Res. 2008 Sep;31(9):1212-7.
129. Atherosclerosis. 2005 May;180(1):19-25.
130. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 2004 Dec;1031:401-4.
131. Free Radic Biol Med. 1991;10(5):263-75.
132. J Nutr. 2001 Nov;131(11):2892-7.
133. Wei Sheng Yan Jiu. 2004 Mar;33(2):243-5.
134. Mol Aspects Med. 2007 Oct-Dec;28(5-6):692-728.
135. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 1980;355:80-97.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1 softgel
Servings Per Container 60
Amount Per Serving
Vitamin E (as D-alpha tocopherol) 45.9 IU
Gamma E Mixed Tocopherols 325 mg
Typical Distribution:
Gamma tocopherol 195-221 mg
Delta tocopherol 81.25-113,75 mg
Alpha tocopherol 16.25-32.5 mg
Beta tocopherol 0-6.5 mg
Tocomin® Full-Spectrum Natural Tocotrienol/Tocopherol Complex 145 mg
Typical Distribution:
Gamma tocotrienol 29-34.8 mg
Alpha tocotrienol 15.95-20.3 mg
Delta tocotrienol 8-10.2 mg
Beta tocotrienol 2.2 mg
Alpha tocopherol 14.5-20.3 mg
Other ingredients: gelatin, glycerin, water, rosemary extract.
Contains soybeans.
This product contains NO milk, egg, fish, peanuts, crustacean shellfish (lobster, crab, shrimp), tree nuts, wheat, yeast, gluten, corn, or rice. Contains NO sugar, and no artificial sweeteners, flavors, colors, or preservatives.
Tocomin® is a registered trademark of Carotech, Inc.
Dosage and Use
Take one softgel once or twice daily with food, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.
Caution
If you are taking anti-coagulant or anti-platelet medications, or having a bleeding disorder, consult your healthcare provider before taking this product.
Warnings
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not exceed recommended dose.
Do not purchase if outer seal is broken or damaged.
If you have a bad reaction to product discontinue use immediately.
When using nutritional supplements, please consult with your physician if you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or lactating.
