Tocotrienols: Vitamin E beyond tocopherols: Second edition

Barrie Tan, Ronald Ross Watson, Victor R. Preedy

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Abstract

The first 90 years of vitamin E research has produced prolific and notable discoveries, but until the last few decades, attention has been given mostly to the biological activities and underlying mechanisms of alpha-tocopherol, which we now know is one of more than eight vitamin E isomers. Currently, the non-tocopherol vitamin E molecule tocotrienol has reached a new measure of research height: more than one-third of all vitamin E tocotrienol research of the last 30 years has been published since 2009. The thriving field of tocotrienol research gives ground for publication of Tocotrienols: Vitamin E Beyond Tocopherols, Second Edition, a compilation of the latest tocotrienol research in all new chapters. Highlights •Established research, including prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, and cancer •Emergent research, including angiogenesis, bioavailability, bone health, gastric injury, inflammation, life extension, and skin health •Tocopherol interference with tocotrienol functions •All new chapters and many new contributors Recognized as potent antioxidants, tocotrienols play a role in cholesterol reduction, tumor suppression, reversal of arteriosclerosis, and protection of the heart against oxidative stress. Compiling contributions from leading researchers, this book overviews tocotrienols, and examines their sources, chemistry, and mechanisms of action. Contributors discuss the role of tocotrienols in the treatment and prevention of cancer and in cardiovascular health, diabetes, and other hormone regulation by tocotrienols. In addition, the book addresses animal and in vitro as well as mechanistic and pre-clinical studies. Dr. Tan discusses the benefits of tocotrienol in a YouTube video.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationTocotrienols
Subtitle of host publicationVitamin E beyond Tocopherols, Second Edition
PublisherCRC Press
Pages1-370
Number of pages370
ISBN (Electronic)9781439884430
ISBN (Print)9781439884416
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2012

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine
  • General Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
  • General Engineering
  • General Agricultural and Biological Sciences

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