VitaminNo.012
Vitamin E
Antioxidant, protects cell membranes.
Typical / RDA15 mg
Upper limit1,000 mg
EvidenceLimited
How to take it
Timing With a mealFood With fatForm Mixed tocopherols
What to know
Fat-soluble antioxidant from nuts, seeds, and oils. Large trials found no preventive benefit for heart disease or cancer — the USPSTF recommends against supplementing it.
Interactions & cautions
- High doses thin the blood — caution with warfarin and before surgery.
Do you actually need it?
Deficiency is rare in normal diets. Supplementing is usually unnecessary.
Can you take vitamin e with…
Questions people ask about vitamin e
- Vitamin C vs Vitamin E: Do You Need Both?Vitamin C and E are both antioxidants, but they work in different ways and are often not both needed as supplements for general health.
- Can you take too much vitamin E daily?Taking too much vitamin E can lead to risks like blood thinning. The tolerable upper limit is 1,000 mg daily; exceeding this is not recommended.
Reference values: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, adult general population. Educational information only — not medical advice. Confirm with a healthcare professional.