Overview

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Questionable
Based on 3 Researches
6.3
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 6 Reviews
8.4
Supplement Facts
Serving Size:  1 Softgel
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Vitamin E(as d-Alpha Tocopherol)
268 mg
1,787%

Top Medical Research Studies

8
Vitamin E's complex effects on colds
We examined how vitamin E affects common cold incidence among different groups. In our study involving over 14,500 participants, we found that older smokers living in cities benefited from vitamin E, showing a 46% reduction in cold risk.

In contrast, those who smoked more and lived in rural areas faced a higher cold risk with vitamin E intake. This suggests that vitamin E's impact can vary greatly based on age, smoking habits, and where one lives, indicating the need for cautious public health guidelines regarding vitamin E supplementation.
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7
Vitamin E shows potential for colds
We aimed to find out if a daily dose of 200 IU of vitamin E could help reduce respiratory tract infections in elderly nursing home residents over a year.

Conducted at 33 care facilities, our study involved 617 participants aged 65 and older, with 451 completing it.

While vitamin E supplementation didn’t significantly reduce lower respiratory infections, we did notice it offered some protection against upper respiratory infections, especially the common cold, suggesting this area is worth exploring further.
Read More
4
No significant cold incidence reduction
We explored the impact of vitamin E, along with vitamin C and beta-carotene, on the common cold in a large group of 21,796 male smokers. Over four years, we monitored cold episodes through regular surveys.

Unfortunately, our findings revealed no significant benefit of these vitamins on reducing cold incidence overall. However, for men aged 65 and older, a slight decrease in colds was noted among those taking vitamin E, particularly in those who smoked fewer than 15 cigarettes daily.
Read More

Most Useful Reviews

9
Improved warmth
3 people found this helpful
I’ve been using it since 1979 as it works well for me. Initially, my seniors recommended it for my cold hands, and ever since, they have been warm.
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9
Prevented common cold
3 people found this helpful
I learned about this product from Professor Fujikawa's book, and I believe my health has improved since I started taking it. I haven't caught a common cold in the past few months.
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9
Cured chilblains
My chilblains have cured since I started taking this supplement. Although I had initial concerns about side effects like nausea, I experienced none. It took about two weeks for my chilblains to improve, and I plan to continue taking it for my sensitivity to cold.
Read More

Medical Researches

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Questionable
Based on 3 Researches
6.3
  • All Researches
8
Vitamin E's complex effects on colds
We examined how vitamin E affects common cold incidence among different groups. In our study involving over 14,500 participants, we found that older smokers living in cities benefited from vitamin E, showing a 46% reduction in cold risk.

In contrast, those who smoked more and lived in rural areas faced a higher cold risk with vitamin E intake. This suggests that vitamin E's impact can vary greatly based on age, smoking habits, and where one lives, indicating the need for cautious public health guidelines regarding vitamin E supplementation.
Read More
7
Vitamin E shows potential for colds
We aimed to find out if a daily dose of 200 IU of vitamin E could help reduce respiratory tract infections in elderly nursing home residents over a year.

Conducted at 33 care facilities, our study involved 617 participants aged 65 and older, with 451 completing it.

While vitamin E supplementation didn’t significantly reduce lower respiratory infections, we did notice it offered some protection against upper respiratory infections, especially the common cold, suggesting this area is worth exploring further.
Read More
4
No significant cold incidence reduction
We explored the impact of vitamin E, along with vitamin C and beta-carotene, on the common cold in a large group of 21,796 male smokers. Over four years, we monitored cold episodes through regular surveys.

Unfortunately, our findings revealed no significant benefit of these vitamins on reducing cold incidence overall. However, for men aged 65 and older, a slight decrease in colds was noted among those taking vitamin E, particularly in those who smoked fewer than 15 cigarettes daily.
Read More

User Reviews

USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 6 Reviews
8.4
  • All Reviews
  • Positive Reviews
  • Negative Reviews
9
Improved warmth
3 people found this helpful
I’ve been using it since 1979 as it works well for me. Initially, my seniors recommended it for my cold hands, and ever since, they have been warm.
Read More
9
Prevented common cold
3 people found this helpful
I learned about this product from Professor Fujikawa's book, and I believe my health has improved since I started taking it. I haven't caught a common cold in the past few months.
Read More
9
Cured chilblains
My chilblains have cured since I started taking this supplement. Although I had initial concerns about side effects like nausea, I experienced none. It took about two weeks for my chilblains to improve, and I plan to continue taking it for my sensitivity to cold.
Read More
7.5
Eased menstrual pain
4 people found this helpful
I take one tablet after breakfast and dinner along with other supplements. I started using it in winter but did not notice a visible effect initially. However, after about two months, my painful periods became easier, and I've had fewer migraine attacks, so I will continue taking it.
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7.5
Quick cold recovery
1 people found this helpful
I want to continue with this as I feel I recovered quickly from a common cold. I was advised that vitamin E is crucial for immunity, and I've found it beneficial. The capsules are large, but I can manage them with plenty of water.
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Frequently Asked Questions

7.5
Quick cold recovery
1 people found this helpful
I want to continue with this as I feel I recovered quickly from a common cold. I was advised that vitamin E is crucial for immunity, and I've found it beneficial. The capsules are large, but I can manage them with plenty of water.
7.5
Eased menstrual pain
4 people found this helpful
I take one tablet after breakfast and dinner along with other supplements. I started using it in winter but did not notice a visible effect initially. However, after about two months, my painful periods became easier, and I've had fewer migraine attacks, so I will continue taking it.
9
Cured chilblains
My chilblains have cured since I started taking this supplement. Although I had initial concerns about side effects like nausea, I experienced none. It took about two weeks for my chilblains to improve, and I plan to continue taking it for my sensitivity to cold.
9
Improved warmth
3 people found this helpful
I’ve been using it since 1979 as it works well for me. Initially, my seniors recommended it for my cold hands, and ever since, they have been warm.
9
Prevented common cold
3 people found this helpful
I learned about this product from Professor Fujikawa's book, and I believe my health has improved since I started taking it. I haven't caught a common cold in the past few months.
8
Vitamin E's complex effects on colds
We examined how vitamin E affects common cold incidence among different groups. In our study involving over 14,500 participants, we found that older smokers living in cities benefited from vitamin E, showing a 46% reduction in cold risk.

In contrast, those who smoked more and lived in rural areas faced a higher cold risk with vitamin E intake. This suggests that vitamin E's impact can vary greatly based on age, smoking habits, and where one lives, indicating the need for cautious public health guidelines regarding vitamin E supplementation.
7
Vitamin E shows potential for colds
We aimed to find out if a daily dose of 200 IU of vitamin E could help reduce respiratory tract infections in elderly nursing home residents over a year.

Conducted at 33 care facilities, our study involved 617 participants aged 65 and older, with 451 completing it.

While vitamin E supplementation didn’t significantly reduce lower respiratory infections, we did notice it offered some protection against upper respiratory infections, especially the common cold, suggesting this area is worth exploring further.
4
No significant cold incidence reduction
We explored the impact of vitamin E, along with vitamin C and beta-carotene, on the common cold in a large group of 21,796 male smokers. Over four years, we monitored cold episodes through regular surveys.

Unfortunately, our findings revealed no significant benefit of these vitamins on reducing cold incidence overall. However, for men aged 65 and older, a slight decrease in colds was noted among those taking vitamin E, particularly in those who smoked fewer than 15 cigarettes daily.

References

  1. Hemilä H, Virtamo J, Albanes D, Kaprio J. The effect of vitamin E on common cold incidence is modified by age, smoking and residential neighborhood. J Am Coll Nutr. 2006;25:332.
  2. Meydani SN, Leka LS, Fine BC, Dallal GE, Keusch GT, et al. Vitamin E and respiratory tract infections in elderly nursing home residents: a randomized controlled trial. JAMA. 2004;292:828.
  3. Hemilä H, Kaprio J, Albanes D, Heinonen OP, Virtamo J. Vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta-carotene in relation to common cold incidence in male smokers. Epidemiology. 2002;13:32.
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