Fortunately, it is not very common, but a deficiency of vitamin E is possible. Good, then, to know what the symptoms of a vitamin E deficiency are, so that you can recognize them in time – and especially what you can do about it.
What is Vitamin E?
According to it Nutrition Center Vitamin E is an important antioxidant. The vitamin protects the cells, cell wall, bloodstream and your tissue. In addition, vitamin E helps regulate the metabolism in your cells.
Why is vitamin E important?
Vitamin E is an important antioxidant: a powerful substance that protects your cells against harmful and aggressive substances. Think for example of air pollution and damage from UV radiation, but also damage to muscle tissue after a heavy workout. Vitamin E ensures that you recover quickly and that your muscles can also handle the next training session. It is therefore extra important to quickly replenish all your stocks after exercising.
What is the Recommended Amount of Vitamin E?
The Health Council has drawn up a guideline. You do not have to use this amount as a target value, but it indicates how much you need. Men 18 and older should get about 13 milligrams per day.
Which foods contain vitamin E?
Sunflower seeds, almonds, hazelnuts, pine nuts, salmon, avocado are an important source of vitamin E. You can also get the recommended amount of vitamin E by using dietary supplements. Get good advice about this and don’t experiment with supplements yourself. As with most other vitamins, you do not have to worry about a vitamin E deficiency with a varied diet.
What Are the Symptoms of Vitamin E Deficiency?
The deficiency of vitamin E is not common, but if your body has a lot of trouble absorbing nutrients, a vitamin E deficiency did arise. Symptoms are:
- Anemia
- neurological symptoms
- Muscle weakness
- Reduced resistance
Do you recognize yourself in the symptoms above? Then visit your doctor or a nutritionist to check whether you have a vitamin E deficiency.
