Like Vitamin C, Vitamin E has powerful antioxidant properties that help protect the cells of the body from damage by free radicals. There has been a surge of interest in Vitamin E and a huge amount of recent research shows that Vitamin E, as part of a healthy diet and lifestyle, may help maintain a healthy heart and circulatory system. The beauty industry has noted its benefits too, and many skin (and sun) care preparations boast their Vitamin E content. Vitamin E is found in only a few foods and these are high in fat, so people following a low-fat diet may also benefit from taking a supplement.
