Someone tell me I'm not stupid!!!

[BigAndy69]

I bought some Vitamin E at the store and I was looking for the D-alpha-tocopherol form.

Like an idiot I got the The D-alpha-tocopheryl form. Instead of the pherol, I got the pheryl.

Is this completely different chemically speaking?

 

[Belial]

"Vitamin E forms are listed as either “tocopherol” or “tocopheryl” followed by the name of what is attached to it, as in “tocopheryl acetate.” The two forms are not greatly different; however, tocopherol may absorb a little better, while tocopheryl forms may have slightly better shelf life. Both forms are active when taken by mouth. However, the skin cannot utilize the tocopheryl forms, so those planning to apply vitamin E to the skin should buy tocopherol. In health food stores, the most common forms of vitamin E are d-alpha tocopherol and d-alpha tocopheryl (acetate or succinate). Both of these d (natural) alpha forms are frequently recommended by doctors of natural medicine."


I think the only chemical difference is the -pheryl is esterified. If it's d-alpha, not dl-alpha, that means it's in its natural form. You're still good.

 

[BigAndy69]

Thanks for your help. I guess I didn't screw myself that badly. The -phenyl is recognized better by the body, though.

Oh Well, I'll get it right next time.

 

[LeanTeen]

You ain't stupid. You be a smart mofo. No lie.

Don't worry be happy and do the YMCA! HAVE FUN AT THE YMCA! Sorry couldn't resist.