What is Vitamin E Plus

Duoleaf Vitamin E plus is a supplement formulated to provide a combination of grape seed oil (Semen Vitis Vinifera) and delta-alpha tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E).

What is Delta-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate? 

• Delta-alpha tocopheryl acetate is a specific form of Vitamin E, which is fat-soluble.
• Tocopheryl refers to the family of vitamin E compounds, which includes various forms such as alpha-tocopherol, beta-tocopherol, gamma-tocopherol, and delta-tocopherol.
• “delta-alpha” indicates a specific combination of tocopherol isomers. Delta-tocopherol is one of the four tocopherol isomers, and alpha-tocopherol is the most biologically active and commonly found form of vitamin E.
• “acetate” denotes that the vitamin E is in the form of an acetate ester. This esterification involves the attachment of an acetyl group to the tocopherol molecule, enhancing its stability.

References:

1. Keen, M. A., & Hassan, I. (2016). Vitamin E in dermatology. Indian Dermatology Online Journal, 7(4), 311–315. doi:10.4103/2229-5178.185494
2. Traber, M. G., & Stevens, J. F. (2011). Vitamins C and E: Beneficial effects from a mechanistic perspective. Free Radical Biology and Medicine, 51(5), 1000–1013. doi:10.1016/j.freeradbiomed.2011.05.017

Benefits of Delta-alpha tocopheryl acetate (Vitamin E)

1. Antioxidant Activity: Like other forms of vitamin E, delta-tocopherol exhibits antioxidant properties, scavenging free radicals and protecting cells from oxidative damage. This antioxidant activity helps prevent lipid peroxidation and protects cellular membranes from oxidative stress.
2. Anti-inflammatory Effects: Delta-tocopherol has been shown to possess anti-inflammatory properties, which may contribute to its protective effects against chronic inflammatory conditions and related diseases.
3. Cardiovascular Health: Some studies suggest that vitamin E, including delta-tocopherol, may have benefits for cardiovascular health. Antioxidant properties of delta-tocopherol may help protect against oxidative damage to blood vessels and reduce the risk of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease.
4. Neuroprotection: Vitamin E, including delta-tocopherol, has been investigated for its potential neuroprotective effects. It may help protect neurons from oxidative damage and inflammation, thus reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.
5. Skin Health: Vitamin E is known for its benefits to skin health. Delta-tocopherol, as a form of vitamin E, may help protect the skin from UV-induced damage, promote wound healing, and improve overall skin health and appearance.

References:

1. Brigelius-Flohé, R., & Traber, M. G. (1999). Vitamin E: function and metabolism. The FASEB Journal, 13(10), 1145–1155. doi:10.1096/fasebj.13.10.1145
2. Jiang, Q., Christen, S., Shigenaga, M. K., & Ames, B. N. (2001). γ-Tocopherol, the major form of vitamin E in the US diet, deserves more attention. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 74(6), 714–722. doi:10.1093/ajcn/74.6.714
3. Traber, M. G., & Stevens, J. F. (2011). Vitamins C and E: Beneficial effects from a mechanistic perspective. Free Radical Biology and Medicine, 51(5), 1000–1013. doi:10.1016/j.freeradbiomed.2011.05.017