About Tocotrienols
Vitamin E encompasses a family of eight molecules: four Tocopherols and four Tocotrienols, each with a tadpole-like structure. Alpha-Tocopherol was discovered by U.C. Berkeley Professor Herbert M. Evans in 1922. The new vitamin E, Annatto Tocotrienol, was discovered by Barrie Tan in South America in the late 1990s. Tocotrienols are distinguished by three double bonds in their tails, unlike Tocopherols. Both groups have alpha, beta, gamma, and delta subtypes defined by methyl-group arrangements. Delta-Tocotrienol (DT3) is a outstanding member, known for its rapid response to Free Radicals. DT3, a potent fat-soluble antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent, is abundantly found in the red seed oil of the tropical Annatto plant (Bixa orellana). Importantly, Annatto's unique feature in nature is its absence in Tocopherols, which has been shown to interfere with Tocotrienols benefits.
Interfering Substances with Tocotrienols
Tocopherols can disrupt the absorption/bioavailability and effectiveness of Tocotrienols. To minimize this interference, limit Tocopherol intake to 10-15% of your total vitamin E consumption. For best results:
Avoid Tocopherol-rich foods: Avoid items like cereals "enriched with vitamin E," wheat germ oil, hazelnut oil, peanut butter, and others. Separate these from Tocotrienol consumption by at least 2-3 hours.
Avoid high-fiber foods: Foods rich in fiber, such as beans, lentils, whole grains, broccoli, berries, and avocados, should also be consumed separately from Tocotrienols, with a 2-3 hour gap.
Avoid mineral-rich foods: Foods high in minerals like iron, zinc, magnesium, and copper should be separated from Tocotrienols by 2-3 hours.
Alternatively, you can eat as you normally would and wait 2-3 hours before taking Tocotrienols. For detailed guidance, refer to our "How and When to Take" information sheet, included with your order, which is regularly updated based on the latest scientific research.