Vitamin E is the body’s primary, fat-soluble antioxidant as well as an essential nutrient. These are oil-based softgels in order to promote optimal absorption. HOW IT HELPS – Vitamin E provides nutritional support for many cells including heart muscle cells and the immune system. It also helps the body fight cell-damaging free radicals that cause oxidative stress on in the body that be a contributing factor to premature aging of cells.