Evitamiin
Evitamiin, commonly known as vitamin E, refers to a group of related fat-soluble compounds that are essential for human health. The vitamin comprises eight chemically related forms: four tocopherols (alpha, beta, gamma, delta) and four tocotrienols (alpha, beta, gamma, delta). Among these, alpha-tocopherol is the form most active in human metabolism and is preferentially maintained in the body.
Biological role and mechanism are mainly attributed to its function as a lipid-soluble antioxidant. Evitamiin protects
Dietary sources are predominantly plant-based fats and oils, such as wheat germ oil, sunflower and safflower
Deficiency is uncommon in healthy adults but can occur with fat-malabsorption disorders, certain genetic conditions, or
Historical notes indicate the vitamin was identified in the early 20th century, with alpha-tocopherol established as