alpha-tocopherol

[ al-fuh-toh-kof-uh-rawl, -rol ]

noun

, Biochemistry.

1. vitamin E.

alpha-tocopherol

/ ăl′fə-tō-kŏf′ə-rôl′,-rōl′ /

1. A water-insoluble alcohol that occurs in plant oils (especially wheat germ oil), egg yolks, and liver, and is also produced synthetically. Alpha-tocopherol is the principal form of vitamin E in the body. Chemical formula: C 29 H 50 O 2 .
2. See more at vitamin E

Example Sentences

The scientists found that a molecule called alpha-tocopherol, a natural antioxidant found in the eye and body, stops the cells from dying but fails to offer any protection to the ageing population or those whose immune systems have been suppressed.

From The Guardian

This potent antioxidant comes in multiple forms, with studies highlighting alpha-tocopherol as having the ability to not only slow the release of certain inflammatory substances in the body but also protect the body from pro-inflammatory molecules known as cytokines.

From US News

Olive oil: It has monounsaturated fatty acids, which can help reduce inflammation, and alpha-tocopherol, a form of vitamin E associated with better lung function.

From Time

Ascorbic acid is the chemical name for vitamin C. Its role is similar to alpha-tocopherol's in terms of food presevration.

From US News

The Alpha-Tocopherol Beta-Carotene Cancer Prevention Trial set out to see whether smokers would benefit from certain supplements.

From Nature