Fiona Tuck from Skinstitut on the anti-ageing and health benefits of Co-enzyme Q 10.
Life in the 21st century is extremely busy. As we age it is harder to keep up with the pace; premature aging and fatigue are increasingly common. There are many reasons why energy level may decrease and fatigue can be can just be the tip of the iceberg. Co-enzyme Q 10 is a nutrient that is often recommended to increase energy levels, this nutrient does more than just address the tip of the iceberg.
1) Co-enzyme Q 10 produces energy. Referred to as CoQ10 or ubidecarenone, it is a fat soluble, vitamin-like substance which occurs naturally in every cell of the body. CoQ10 plays a vital role in helping the ‘power house’ of cells, the mitochondria, to produce energy. Supporting mitochondrial function means the billions of cells in your body become very efficient at producing energy and you can feel benefits with increased vitality and regeneration.
2) CoQ10 is also an antioxidant and protects your cells from damage by free radicals. Free radical damage is a natural process of aging and CoQ10 can slow this process. CoQ10 is referred to as anti-aging nutrient and is popular addition to skincare products for this reason. Some studies and trials have reported that CoQ10 can counteract free radicals and the damage they cause.
3) CoQ10 preserves collagen. Free radicals are molecules that have unpaired electrons, making them highly reactive. They can damage cells; particularly in this case your skin cells, causing wrinkles and making your skin appear older. The antioxidants within CoQ10 can withstand and reverse skin damage, preserving the collagen and elastin within your skin cells to make you appear younger.
4) CoQ10 protects against photo-ageing. The anti-aging properties of CoQ10 can be attributed to its potent antioxidant action. It also energizes your skin. Young skin has ample amounts of CoQ10 and so has lots of energy – energy needed to repair damage and make sure the skin cells are healthy. CoQ10 protects against photo-aging – that means premature aging due to over exposing the skin to the sun and rejuvenates skin by stimulating skin cell activity. Active skin cells get rid of toxins easily and can make better use of nutrients.
5) CoQ10 strengthens the body. Just when the wrinkles start to show our CoQ10 level and energy often start to decline. Certain drugs, such as those used to lower cholesterol, can also reduce your body’s store of CoQ10.It is not possible to get large amount of CoQ10 from diet alone. Therefore, taking a daily CoQ10 supplements, especially as we age, can help to increase your energy levels and strengthen the body’s antioxidant defense network.
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