A specific form of vitamin E with an unsaturated side chain that sets it apart from the more common alpha-tocopherol. This structural difference changes how the compound slips into cell membranes. Users often turn to this tocotrienol for its distinct, direct antioxidant activity. Some people take it to help keep cholesterol numbers in a healthy spot.
Fat improves absorption, so take it with a meal that contains some fat. Most products come as softgels or oil-based capsules. The body clears alpha-tocotrienol quickly and does not store much of it in the blood compared to alpha-tocopherol.
This compound can thin the blood mildly. Stop use at least two weeks before any planned surgery and speak with your doctor if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs.