Description
Tocotrienols are members of the vitamin E family. Like vitamin E, tocotrienols are antioxidants that protect against lipid peroxidation (the damaging of fats by oxidation).
Health Benefits
- Cardiovascular health: Reduces LDL cholesterol, inflammation, and plaque buildup in arteries.
- Vascular health: Improves elasticity of blood vessels.
Available Forms
- Rice bran oil, annatto, palm oil: Sources of supplemental tocotrienols.
- Capsules and tablets: Common forms of supplementation.
Dosage
The typical recommendation is 140–360 mg daily, with most studies using 200 mg daily.