Vitamin E as d-alpha tocopherol is a powerful antioxidant that combats damaging free radicals. It also helps prevent oxidation of LDL cholesterol. As a supplement, Vitamin E has a number of health benefits for the body. Vitamin E is particularly important for the protection of our cell membranes as well as keeping your skin, heart and circulation, nerves, muscles and red blood cells healthy. Antioxidants such as vitamin E protect your cells against the effects of dangerous free radicals, potentially damaging by-products of your body’s metabolism.