Instead, its best to get the nutrient from our diets.
But where can you find it?
Read on to learn the benefits of vitamin E and what foods contain it.
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Plus, easy preparation tips for enjoying each one.
Foods with Vitamin E
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She suggests drizzling it on top of salads with red wine vinegar, salt, and lemon pepper.
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Sunflower seeds
Sunflower seeds might be tiny, but they pack quite a punch.
A half-cup serving provides about25 milligramsof vitamin E, which is more than a days worth!
Collard greens
For a quick boost of vitamin E, add collard greens to your rotation.
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Salazar recommends enjoying it with celery sticks or apple slices for a simple snack.
It also makes a creamy addition to smoothies, whole wheat crackers, and sandwiches.
Youll get nearly2 milligramsof vitamin E in every cup of asparagus.
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They also offer plant-based protein and anti-inflammatory fats, which aid vitamin E absorption.
Want to keep it simple?
Pumpkin puree
To increase your intake of vitamin E, addpumpkinpuree to your recipes.
One cup of canned pumpkin puree contains nearly3 milligramsof the nutrient.
Stir pumpkin puree into applesauce or make it into a [creamy] soup, Elick suggests.
The combo is crunchy and satisfying and provides vitamin E, with nearly2 milligramsper medium pepper.
You also cant go wrong with guacamole with pita chips, celery, or carrot sticks, Salazar says.
Pine nuts
A staple ingredient in pesto, pine nuts contain nearly3 milligramsof vitamin E per 1-ounce serving.
Salazar says theyre perfect for elevating savory dishes, such as sauted green beans.
They also make a yummy addition to salads.
Arugula with parmesan and pine nuts is a classic combo for a reason it’s really delicious.
It helps protect cells from oxidative damage, reduces inflammation, and supports immune function.
