Coenzyme Q10: Anti-wrinkle
protection
by Natalie Katsman
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 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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* Q10 is needed for anything
that requires energy: heart and liver functioning, sperm production,
muscles activity
* it boosts immune system
* shown to be effective in treatment of gum diseases
* lowers blood pressure
* it is used for cancer treatment and was noticed to reduce
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Human body has the ability to make its own CoQ10, but after
the age of 20 the production levels decline, and the demand
grows. Foods highest in coenzyme Q10 include beef, spinach,
sardines, albacore tuna, and peanuts, but unfortunately,
high temperature that we use to cook meals will affect the
coenzyme. That is why older people and those who want to
use Q10 for therapeutic effect will benefit from taking
it as a supplement.
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How effective is Q10 in skin care?
Wrinkles appear when skin
loses its elasticity, and this is due to decreased collagen
production and collagen cross-linking. 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 balance out themselves. |
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 a dangerous
chain reaction that destroys 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 USA-induced depletion
of cell membrane. In other words, it will prevent damage to
collagen and elastic production process and help you avoid
wrinkles. |
Q10 is so powerful antioxidant, 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
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
help. |
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