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gamma-tocopherol

The orally bioavailable gamma form of the naturally-occurring fat-soluble vitamin E, found in certain nuts and seeds, with potential antioxidant activity. Although the exact mechanism of action of this tocopherol has yet to be fully identified, gamma-tocopherol appears to have the ability to scavenge free radicals, thereby protecting against oxidative damage.
Chemical structure:2,7,8-trimethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)chroman-6-ol
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