Delta-Tocopherol
Also known as: δ-Tocopherol, Delta Vitamin E
The least abundant but most potent tocopherol isoform for certain antioxidant and anti-inflammatory actions, inhibits NF-κB more strongly than alpha-tocopherol.
- Clinical dose
- No established standalone supplement dose; found in mixed tocopherol products
- Typical label dose
- 50–400 mg/day
- Category
- Antioxidant
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Inflammatory
- Heart Health
- Longevity
What it is & how it works
Inhibits NF-κB transcription (anti-inflammatory); traps nitrogen radicals more efficiently than alpha-tocopherol; activates PPAR-γ; lesser LDL-oxidation inhibition than alpha.
Dosage
The clinically studied dose is No established standalone supplement dose; found in mixed tocopherol products.On labels you'll typically see 50–400 mg/day.
What the research shows
Full-spectrum vitamin E formulas include delta-tocopherol for NF-κB inhibition that alpha-tocopherol lacks, the isoform balance matters for full anti-inflammatory vitamin E activity.
Studies & citations
Formulas it appears in
- Antioxidant
- Heart Health
- Longevity Formula
Antioxidant
Categories
Delta-Tocopherol FAQ
What is Delta-Tocopherol?
The least abundant but most potent tocopherol isoform for certain antioxidant and anti-inflammatory actions, inhibits NF-κB more strongly than alpha-tocopherol.
How much Delta-Tocopherol should I take per day?
The clinically studied dose is No established standalone supplement dose; found in mixed tocopherol products.
What does Delta-Tocopherol do?
Full-spectrum vitamin E formulas include delta-tocopherol for NF-κB inhibition that alpha-tocopherol lacks, the isoform balance matters for full anti-inflammatory vitamin E activity.
What is Delta-Tocopherol found in?
Antioxidant
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