Vitamin E intake critical during “the first 1000 days” | News & Research Communications | Oregon State University. CORVALLIS, Ore. – Amid conflicting reports about the need for vitamin E and how much is enough, a new analysis published today suggests that adequate levels of this essential micronutrient are especially critical for the very young, […]
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High Serum DHA and EPA Slows Cognitive Decline
The goal of this study was to clarify the association of serum docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) levels with cognitive decline over a 10 year period. This study was part of the National Institute for Longevity Sciences – Longitudinal Study of Aging, and was conducted with 232 male and 198 female Japanese community-dwelling […]

Vitamin E Forms and Risk of Cognitive Impairment
Elevated levels of tocopherol and tocotrienol forms are associated with reduced risk of cognitive impairment in older adults. The association is modulated by concurrent cholesterol concentration. Various vitamin E forms might play a role in cognitive impairment, and their evaluation can provide a more accurate measure of vitamin E status in humans. via Serum levels […]