Beta-tocopherol
Beta-tocopherol
Beta-tocopherol (pronounced: bay-tuh toh-koh-fer-ol) is a form of Vitamin E that is found in certain plant oils and also in some types of nuts and seeds. It is one of the eight different forms of Vitamin E, and it is a type of antioxidant that can help to protect the body's cells from damage.
Etymology
The term "Beta-tocopherol" comes from the Greek words "tokos" meaning childbirth, and "phero" meaning to bear or carry. The "beta" refers to the second in a series, in this case, the second form of Vitamin E to be discovered.
Related Terms
- Alpha-tocopherol: This is the most common form of Vitamin E, and it is the most biologically active. It is found in a wide variety of foods, including vegetable oils, nuts, and seeds.
- Gamma-tocopherol: This form of Vitamin E is found in corn, soybean, and sesame oils. It has different properties than alpha-tocopherol and beta-tocopherol, and it is not as well-studied.
- Delta-tocopherol: This is the least common form of Vitamin E, and it is not as well-studied as the other forms. It is found in certain types of seeds and nuts.
- Tocotrienols: These are another group of Vitamin E compounds. They are less common than the tocopherols, but they have similar antioxidant properties.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Beta-tocopherol
- Wikipedia's article - Beta-tocopherol
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