alpha-Tocotrienol: One Research-Backed Benefit & One Side-Effect
All tocotrienols have some physical antioxidant activity, depending on the type of antioxidant performance being measured.
alpha-Tocotrienol is thought to help to prevent stroke-related neurodegeneration and to protect against brain damage due to stroke.
It has also shown some potent inflammatory activity.
In this article, we list claims of potential benefits and/or side-effects of alpha-tocotrienol that we have found research on. Every claim is listed with all of its sources. We get these claims from our Nutrition Tool.
We also have an article about alpha-tocotrienol named What Is alpha-Tocotrienol & What Foods Can I Find It In? if you're interested in learning more.
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Research-Backed Beneficial Claims Of alpha-Tocotrienol
These are some of the potential research-backed health benefits of alpha-tocotrienol.
1. Stroke
alpha-Tocotrienol - Stroke
About this claim
This nutrient may be beneficial for aiding in the prevention of getting a stroke. A stroke is a life-threatening medical condition. Nutrients play an efficient role in the prevention and control of the risk of stroke.
Research sources for this claim
- Compound Summary - alpha-Tocotrienol ◳
- Help to prevent stroke-related neurodegeneration
- Alpha Tocotrienols - an overview ◳
- Protect against brain damage due to stroke
You are welcome to explore 11 other nutrients that share this research-backed claim in our nutrition tool.
Research-Backed Side-Effects Of alpha-Tocotrienol
These are some of the potential research-backed side-effects of alpha-tocotrienol.
1. Inflammation
alpha-Tocotrienol - Inflammation
About this claim
Consuming foods that are bad for you can cause chronic inflammations. Research shows that all nutrients might not be useful for you. Some might give you or make your inflammation worse.
Research sources for this claim
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