Vitamin E is a fat-soluble
vitamin that is used as an antioxidant. There has been
some research with vitamin and the possible prevention
of prostate cancer. Unfortunately, most researchers
deem these results inconclusive or indicative of being
effective only for those who were originally deficient
in the vitamin or who smoke tobacco. Taking large amounts
of vitamin E as a dietary supplement can actually be
harmful to the body. Vitamin E is a fat-soluble, meaning
the substance builds up in the fatty tissues of the
body. The accumulation could cause toxicity.
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