Lamberts Natural Vitamin E 250 i.u. is a food supplement that provides 168mg (250iu) of vitamin E in the natural d-alpha tocopherol form in each of its 100 soft capsules. Vitamin E contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress, and the gelatin-free capsules are suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

Key Features

• Natural d-alpha form: the vitamin E is supplied as d-alpha tocopherol, which Lamberts states is the form found in foods, rather than the synthetic dl-alpha form.
• 168mg (250iu) per capsule: a stated amount of vitamin E in each capsule.
• One or two capsules a day: the directions allow 1 to 2 capsules daily, so the 100-capsule pack lasts between 50 and 100 days.
• Gelatin-free capsules: the shell is made from modified starch, glycerol and carrageenan, and the product is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

What does vitamin E do?

Vitamin E contributes to the protection of the body's cells from oxidative stress caused by reactive compounds called free radicals.

How much vitamin E is it safe to take?

The NHS advises that taking 540mg (800 IU) or less a day of vitamin E supplements is unlikely to cause any harm. This product provides 168mg (250iu) per capsule, so the maximum label dose of 2 capsules provides 336mg (500iu) a day from this supplement. Count any other vitamin E supplements you take towards this total.

Can I take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

No. The label states not to take this product if pregnant or breastfeeding.

Ingredients: vitamin E (in the natural d-alpha form), 168mg (250iu) per capsule. A soft, yellow capsule.

Other ingredients: capsule shell (modified starch, glycerol, gelling agent: carrageenan), acidity regulator: sodium carbonate, sunflower seed oil.

Additional information: suitable for vegetarians and vegans. The label lists wheat, barley, soya, eggs, milk (and milk products), lactose, nuts, sulphites, celery, fish, shellfish, yeast and gluten-containing ingredients as excluded.

Take 1 to 2 capsules daily.

Please note the following precautions:

• Do not take if pregnant or breastfeeding.
• The NHS advises that taking 540mg (800 IU) or less of vitamin E supplements a day is unlikely to cause harm, so take care not to exceed this if you use other vitamin E supplements.