Benefits
Liver support
In a randomized placebo-controlled trial, mixed tocotrienols helped normalize the ultrasound appearance of the liver in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver, supporting liver health.
Healthy cholesterol
Tocotrienols are studied for supporting healthy total and LDL cholesterol levels.
Antioxidant protection
Tocotrienols are powerful forms of vitamin E that protect cells, including brain and blood-vessel tissue, from oxidative stress.
Mechanism of action
Tocotrienol antioxidant action
Tocotrienols distribute efficiently in cell membranes and quench free radicals, offering antioxidant protection beyond standard tocopherol vitamin E.
Cholesterol-pathway support
Tocotrienols are studied for modulating the HMG-CoA reductase pathway involved in cholesterol production.
Clinical trials
Randomized placebo-controlled trial of tocotrienols for non-alcoholic fatty liver. (Magosso et al. 2013, Nutrition Journal)
Adults with non-alcoholic fatty liver.
Mixed tocotrienols helped normalize the liver's ultrasound appearance versus placebo.