Beta-Tocopherol
Beta-Tocopherol
Beta-Tocopherol (pronounced as bay-tuh toh-koh-fer-ol) is one of the eight forms of Vitamin E, a group of fat-soluble compounds with distinctive antioxidant properties.
Etymology
The term 'Beta-Tocopherol' is derived from the Greek words 'τόκος' (tokos, meaning 'offspring') and 'φέρειν' (pherein, meaning 'to bear'). The 'Beta' prefix indicates its position in the series of isomers of Vitamin E.
Description
Beta-Tocopherol is a type of Vitamin E that is less active than alpha-tocopherol, the most common form of Vitamin E in the human body. It is a powerful antioxidant that protects cells from damage by free radicals, unstable molecules that can cause damage to cells and contribute to aging and diseases such as cancer.
Related Terms
- Alpha-Tocopherol: The most active form of Vitamin E in humans, known for its potent antioxidant properties.
- Gamma-Tocopherol: Another form of Vitamin E, which has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties.
- Delta-Tocopherol: The least studied form of Vitamin E, but believed to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Antioxidant: A substance that protects cells from damage by free radicals.
- Free Radicals: Unstable molecules that can cause damage to cells and contribute to aging and diseases.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Beta-Tocopherol
- Wikipedia's article - Beta-Tocopherol
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