Vitamin E, otherwise known as alpha-tocopherol is a fat soluble vitamin with its greatest function as an antioxidant. “Chain-breaking antioxidant” refers to the strong ability the antioxidant has to inhibit the production of more free radicals or damaging particles in the body. Factors such as smoking, high blood sugar, radiation or even exercise can cause damage to cells in the body. Antioxidants will help balance this out.

In addition Vitamin E supports a healthy immune system when fighting against viruses and bacteria. It works in conjunction with Vitamin K to improve red blood cell formation and regulate blood clotting.

Daily needs for Vitamin E are about 15mg per day. Food sources of vitamin E include vegetable oils, whole grains, leafy green vegetables and almonds or nuts. Check out this Rosemary & Cayenne Roasted Almonds recipe to get your fill of Vitamin E.

Portion: ¼ cup

Serves: 12

Ingredients

• ⅛ tsp Salt
• ⅛ tsp Black Pepper
• 1 ½ cups Almonds, Whole
• ¼ cup Rosemary, Fresh, Chopped
• 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper
• ¾ tsp Canola Oil

Method

1. Preheat an oven to 350F degrees. Combine the spices and oil in a bowl. Add the nuts and combine. Spread out on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
2. Bake the nuts until golden brown but not burnt. May be served either warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories - 170
• Total Fat - 14g
• Sat Fat - 1g
• Total Carb - 6g
• Protein - 6g
• Dietary Fiber - 4g
• Sodium - 10g