Vitamin E, a fat-soluble vitamin, is found in many foods that contain the oils. A powerful antioxidant, vitamin E helps destroy free radicals, compounds within the body that harm DNA and may trigger illnesses such as cancer. While pure vitamin E is available in capsule form, there are also dietary sources for the vitamin. Nuts and vegetable oils are particularly high in vitamin E.
Vegetable Oils
According to the Harvard School of Public Health, sunflower and safflower oils are good sources for vitamin E. The Ohio State University Extension also includes almond, corn, cotton seed, and palm oil as good sources. Wheat germ oil, in particular, is high in vitamin E, with a single tablespoon delivering more than 125 percent of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's recommended daily requirement.
Nuts
Nuts are also a good source of vitamin E. The National Institutes of Health lists hazelnuts, walnuts, pistachios, peanuts and peanut butter, and sunflower seeds as good choices. Almonds are especially good at providing a significant amount of vitamin E in the diet. 1 oz. of almonds provides 7.4 mg of vitamin E per serving, the equivalent of 40 percent of the daily amount required.
Fruits and Vegetables
Some fruits and vegetables also provide enough vitamin E to merit mentioning. For vegetables, turnip greens, avocados, spinach, broccoli and tomatoes are known to contain vitamin E. Kiwifruit, mangoes, apples with the skin and sweet potatoes can all help contribute to providing vitamin E in the diet.
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