Prevention, Prevention, Prevention: Prevent Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain With Vitamin E
21 August 2007 – 11:55 am
The Exceptional Vitamin E
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant vitamin.
This means it can protect your body from free radical damage.
In particular, vitamin E is good at protecting your joints and the tissue within your body.
Vitamin E can be found in foods such as:
- Carrots
- Corn
- Green Leafy Vegetables
- Legumes
- Nuts
- Peppers
- Seeds
- Wheat Germ
- Whole Grain Cereals
Why Is Vitamin E Particularly Good For Rheumatoid Arthritis?
People with Rheumatoid Arthritis tend to be more prone to free radical damage.
Research has shown that people with Rheumatoid Arthritis tend to have lower levels of vitamin E within their joint fluid.
Now, because vitamin E is good at protecting your tissue and joints, it has been shown to be great at reducing the symptoms associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis.
In fact, double-blind trials have shown that vitamin E is just as good as Rheumatoid Arthritis drugs in reducing the symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis.
How Much Vitamin E Do You Need To Take To Help With Your Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain?
Within the double-blind trials mentioned, a dose of 1,800 IU per day of vitamin E was given.
This showed to reduce pain from Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Is Vitamin E Safe To Take As A Supplement?
You need to know that very high doses of vitamin E can be toxic.
But, at the doses stated in this post, you will be OK.
The normal daily dose recommended by health professionals is between 200 iu and 2,000 iu.
Remember; always consult your doctor before taking any supplements.
OK, A Quick Round Up…
- Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant
- Vitamin E is good at protecting your tissue and joints
- Vitamin E is great at reducing the symptoms associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis
