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Vitamin E: function and metabolism.

R Brigelius-Flohé1, M G Traber

  • 1German Institute of Human Nutrition, Bergholz-Rehbrücke, Germany Department of Nutrition and Food Management, Linus Pauling Institute, Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon 97330, USA. Flohe.www.dife.de

FASEB Journal : Official Publication of the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology
|July 1, 1999
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Vitamin E, particularly alpha-tocopherol, has functions beyond its antioxidant role, with specific sorting and metabolism suggesting unique physiological importance. Understanding these distinct roles and metabolism is key to its health benefits.

Area of Science:

  • Nutritional Biochemistry
  • Molecular Biology
  • Physiology

Background:

  • Vitamin E, encompassing tocopherols and tocotrienols, is essential but its mechanisms remain unclear.
  • Alpha-tocopherol exhibits the highest biological activity and potent antioxidant properties, studied for chronic disease prevention.
  • Emerging evidence suggests vitamin E roles beyond antioxidation, including specific molecular signaling and mutagen trapping.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current knowledge on vitamin E functions, emphasizing antioxidant versus non-antioxidant properties.
  • To explore the biological preference for RRR-alpha-tocopherol and its unique physiological roles.
  • To summarize the metabolism of different vitamin E forms, particularly their conversion to CEHCs.

Main Methods:

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  • Literature review and synthesis of existing research on vitamin E.
  • Analysis of studies on alpha-tocopherol transfer protein and its role in vitamin E sorting.
  • Examination of research on the signaling functions and metabolic pathways of various tocopherols.

    • Main Results:

    • Alpha-tocopherol has signaling functions and RRR-alpha-tocopherol is specifically sorted by the liver.
    • Gamma-tocopherol acts as a nucleophile and its metabolite facilitates natriuresis.
    • Vitamin E metabolism involves conversion to CEHCs, with preferential degradation of RRR-alpha-tocopherol.

    Conclusions:

    • Vitamin E's physiological roles extend beyond its antioxidant capacity.
    • Specific molecular functions of RRR-alpha-tocopherol are suggested by its selective metabolism and distribution.
    • Further research is needed to fully elucidate the distinct roles and metabolic pathways of vitamin E forms.