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Coenzyme Q10 was discovered in
1957. This vitamin-like substance, present in every cell of the
body, is vitally important for cell functioning: it plays a major
role in energy production and is a powerful antioxidant.
Doctors and researchers around the globe have been investigating
CoQ10, and now it is used for a variety of ailments and as a
part of preventive care:
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* CoQ10 is needed for anything
that requires energy: heart and liver functioning, sperm production,
muscle activity
* it boosts immune system
* shown to be effective in treatment
of gum diseases
* lowers blood pressure
* it is used in cancer treatment
and was noticed to reduce tumors. |
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Human body has the ability to
make its own CoQ10. After the age of 20 the production level
declines, but the demand grows. Foods highest in coenzyme CoQ10
include beef, spinach, sardines, albacore tuna, and peanuts.
Unfortunately, high temperatures that we use to cook meals will
affect the coenzyme. That is why older people and those who want
to use
CoQ10 for therapeutic effect will benefit from taking it as a
supplement.
How effective is CoQ10 in skin
care?
Wrinkles appear when skin loses
its elasticity. This is due to decreased collagen production
and collagen crosslinking. Everyday life, cell metabolism, exposure
to sun and other environmental factors, toxins, cigarette smoke
- all result in production of free radicals. Those overactive
pesky molecules or atoms have odd electrons on their orbits and
try to find a balance. They either give away the odd electron
or find a pair for it, thus making another molecule unstable,
turning it into another free radical.
While this process is natural
and unavoidable as a part of metabolism, too many free radicals
cause dangerous chain reactions that destroy cellular compounds
and can damage DNA, proteins and lipids (fats). When it comes
to skin aging, free radicals interfere with collagen production
and cause premature aging.
Coenzyme Q10 has exceptional
antioxidant properties. Studies show that it can effectively
counteract free radical damage and provide significant protection
against UVA-induced depletion of cell membrane. In other words,
it will prevent damage to collagen and elastin production process
and help you avoid wrinkles.
CoQ10 is so powerful, it is able
to reduce cancer tumors and minimize stroke consequences that
are due to suddenly increased levels of free radicals. So when
applied topically, it can provide extra protection for your skin
and produce a dramatic anti-wrinkle effect.
Note: Information in this article is not to be taken
as a medical advise. Always consult your doctor if you need professional
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