Daily Dosage:

RDA 10% of total caloric intake

Supplementary Ranges: same as RDA

Toxicity: not known

Augmenting Nutrients:

A, C, D, phosphorus, selenium, vitamin E(antioxidant), zinc

Anti-Vitamins:

High intake (saturated fat), laxatives, radiation, x-rays

Animal Sources:

Cod liver oil, unsaturated fish oils (omega 3 fatty acids)

Plant Sources:

Black currant seed oil, evening primrose oil, lecithin, linseed (flax) oil, vegetable oils ( safflower, soy, corn), wheat germ, sunflower seeds

Bodily Parts Affected:

Cells, glands (adrenal, thyroid), hair, mucous membranes, nerves, skin

Bodily Functions Facilitated:

Artery hardening prevention, blood coagulation, blood pressure normalizer, cholesterol destroyer, glandular activity, growth facilitator, presursor of prostaglandins, vital organ respiration

Deficiency Symptoms:

Acne, allergies, diarrhea, dry skin, dry brittle hair, eczema, gallstones, nail problems, underweight, varicose veins

Therapeutic Applications:

Alcoholism, angina pectoris, atherosclerosis, baldness, bronchial asthma, cancer, cardiovascular disease, cholesterol (high), eczema, gallbladder problems, heart disease, leg ulcers, MS, poor circulation, prostate problems, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, overweight