The lesser known facts about VITAMIN E

Vitamin E is a very essential ingredient required by the body. It is found naturally in following foods. - Dark Leafy Greens - Nuts - Sunflower Seeds - Avocados - Shellfish - Fish - Olive Oil - Broccoli - Squash & Pumpkin - Kiwi Fruit Health impacts if one have Vitamin E deficiency

1) Hair Fall : Deficiency of Vitamin E causes undernourished scalp resulting in hair follicles that's why scalp will not get good blood circulation leading to hair loss.

2) Fertility Problem : Men with vitamin E deficiency can suffer from impotence and sterility. Vitamin E deficiency in women can lead to abortions, miscarriages and infertility.

3) Decrease Intercourse : It's a proven fact that Vitamin E deficiency can lead to decrease in sex drive.

4) Digestion Problems : Lesser amount of diet deficient in Vitamin E can majorly lead to diseases in pancreas and liver due to poor absorption of nutrients from the digestive tract.

5) Pregnancy Side Effects : Vitamin E deficiency can cause birth defects in new born.

6) Impact on Nervous System : Low intake of vitamin E can lead to central nervous system breakdown, poor reflexes , nerve degeneration of the hands and feet.

7) Serious Affect on Hormonal Growth : Vitamin E deficiency can cause slow growth in children under age of 5.

8) Vision Defects : Vitamin E deficiency can cause paralysis of extra-ocular muscles responsible for eye movements.

9) Muscle pain : Low levels of vitamin E can cause muscle weakness.

10) Vitamin E is important for a healthy immune system : People with vitamin E deficiency will have a harder time recovering from illness.