Ep #78: Why You Should Take Tocotrienols in Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr. Barrie Tan - Part 2

Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, Menopause Educator, Menopause Researcher, and the Co-founder of Morphus.com, and Dr. Barrie Tan continue their conversation about tocotrienols and their benefits for overall health especially in perimenopause and menopause. You can watch their first interview here (https://youtu.be/r4sT4khechI).Dr. Barrie Tan is a Ph.D. in chemistry and biochemistry who's an expert on tocotrienols, a potent form of Vitamin E.Buy Morphus Toco-E tocotrienols here: https://bit.ly/44TxFAtTimestamps:0:21 Introductions and a discussion of carotenes, antioxidants, and polyphenols related to annatto and tocotrienols.5:45 Explanation of cells and how fat protects cells from oxidative stress or damage.8:51 The difference between tocopherol and tocotrienol and why tocotrienols are better.11:22 The different types of vitamin E supplements that you might see at the store and what the studies in the 1990s say about cardiovascular or anti-cancer benefits of tocopherols.14:12 How Barrie persisted in his research and the many studies he has participated in on cholesterol, prediabetes, metabolic syndrome, diabetes, fatty liver, and inflammation. In particular, people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) had a surprising benefit and were able to lose weight in the range of 10-15 pounds in 3-12 months.20:55 Hypercholesterolemia, cholesterol, and tocotrienols and how C-reactive protein relates to changes in LDL composition.28:54 Triglycerides (hypertriglyceridemia) and Syndrome X or Metabolic Syndrome and how tocotrienls help manage triglycerides.34:44 Dosing of tocotrienols35:00 Cancer studies and tocotrienols41:19 Ongoing studies relating to obesity and overweight individuals.43:40 Chemotherapy, tamoxifen, and tocotrienols46:17 How tocotrienols can act as an insurance policy52:04 Tocotrienols for IBD and Crhons54:38 Tocotrienols and menopausal women and bone health59:09 How estrogen acts as an antioxidant and the estrogenic properties of tocotrienols.1:03:48 Brain health and tocotrienols1:07:10 Heart disease and tocotrienols1:13:35 Hair growth and tocotrienols1:15:06 Hot flashes and tocotrienols_____Buy Morphus Toco-E here: https://bit.ly/44TxFAtNote: Always take tocotrienols with a meal for best absorption.Barrie Tan's First Interview with Andrea: https://youtu.be/r4sT4khechIWatch this video https://youtu.be/OmY0KoFqkJ0Dr. Jonny Bowden's The Truth About Cholesterol Interview with Andrea: https://youtu.be/3_Wa8e8Qz80The Great Cholesterol Myth https://amzn.to/466ZO7GTocotrienols and Cancer Stems Cells Research: https://bit.ly/48bxrXISend us Fan Mail ======Morphus: Menopause Reimagined💊 Shop Morphus Supplements: https://wearemorphus.com/collections/all📖 Order "Nourishing Menopause: Powerful Nutrition & Lifestyle Strategies to Feel Your Best." (Simon & Schuster, May 5, 2026)Amazon Canada: https://amzn.to/4xaREJK Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4rFj7jk 📰 As seen in USA Today: https://bit.ly/43nrMwO  ✅ Fill out our surveys: https://bit.ly/4jcVuLh🦋 SUBSCRIBE to our list: https://bit.ly/3VdDA0VFOLLOW US: TikTok @andreadonsky & @wearemorphusInstagram: @wearemorphus | @andreadonskyFacebook: /wearemorphusDISCLAIMER: This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider. This podcast contains affiliate links; Morphus may earn a commission. Thank you for your support.