September 2, 2004 – The contents of five vitamin E products did not match their label claims, according to a test conducted by the independent US laboratory ConsumerLab.
ConsumerLab analyzed 15 supplements and topical products with vitamin E. Two oral supplements did not contain the strength indicated on the label and one contained synthetic vitamin E, although the label insisted on its “pure and natural” origin. Recent studies have shown that “synthetic” tocopherols (vitamin E) are less well absorbed by the body than their “natural” counterparts. Several sources now recommend using supplements that come in a “natural” form.
In the case of topical products, both an oil and a body cream contained less vitamin E than their respective labels claimed.
ConsumerLab is an independent organization dedicated to reviewing a multitude of natural products, vitamin supplements and other body care products. An agreement between the manufacturers and ConsumerLab means that the names of the products tested cannot be published1.
Antioxidant, vitamin E helps neutralize free radicals that can accumulate in fatty tissues of the body and it plays an essential role in the protection of the cell membrane. Vitamin E has given rise to a great deal of scientific research in recent years. Several therapeutic uses of this vitamin are still the subject of controversy among researchers. For example, vitamin E has a reputation for reducing certain types of cancer, slowing the progression of some diseases including osteoarthritis, and reducing the severity of symptoms of certain conditions such as PMS.
Marie france Coutu – PasseportSanté.net
According to ConsumerLab
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