They also decrease the rise in triglyceride seen after meals VLDL levels are decreased. The decrease in the serum triglycerides has been attributed to a decrease in hepatic VLDL removal. Omega-3 fatty acids are known to inhibit fatty acids esterification to glycerol and blunt hepatic lipogenesis. Studies have shown that supplementation with vitamin E has a beneficial effect in protecting LDL against oxidative modification. Vitamin E is found to increase LDL resistance to oxidation.
Vitamin E is shown to lower the increased levels of peroxides in hyperlipoproteinemic individuals.
And also clinical symptoms of cardiovascular disease. Occasionally there are GI disturbances, muscular weakness, lethargy, etc. It is not recommended for children and during pregnancy and breast- feeding.