vitamin E
noun
: any of several fat-soluble vitamins that are chemically tocopherols whose lack in the human body is associated especially with neurological symptoms (as ataxia and muscle weakness), that are found especially in wheat germ, vegetable oils, egg yolk, and green leafy vegetables or are made synthetically, and that are used chiefly in animal feeds and as antioxidants
especially
: alpha-tocopherol
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Gentle enough for sensitive skin, this lightweight number absorbs quickly and leaves a matte finish while its cocktail of antioxidant technology, mineral-sunscreen filter, vitamin E, and thermal spring water treats, protects, and hydrates skin from within.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2025
Unsalted almond butter Almond butter is high in monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, magnesium and other essential minerals that promote heart health.
—Michiko Tomioka, Contributor, CNBC, 26 Jan. 2025
Load up on Leafy Greens: Include leafy greens, which are rich in folate, vitamin E and carotenoids.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 22 Jan. 2025
Whole Grains Whole grains are rich in fiber, vitamin E, and B vitamins, all of which are associated with a lower risk of dementia.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 22 Jan. 2025
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2025
Unsalted almond butter Almond butter is high in monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, magnesium and other essential minerals that promote heart health.
—Michiko Tomioka, Contributor, CNBC, 26 Jan. 2025
Load up on Leafy Greens: Include leafy greens, which are rich in folate, vitamin E and carotenoids.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 22 Jan. 2025
Whole Grains Whole grains are rich in fiber, vitamin E, and B vitamins, all of which are associated with a lower risk of dementia.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 22 Jan. 2025
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“Vitamin E.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vitamin%20E. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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