Can CoQ10 Supplements Improve Wrinkles?
CoQ10 supplements can reduce the appearance of wrinkles, according to ThirdAge.com. It is a compound the body naturally makes. At around the age of 35, the body decreases the amount of the compound produced.
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Background
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According to the University of Maryland, Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a compound found in mitochondria. The compound is involved in the process of making adenosine triphosphate (ATP). ATP is a major source of energy in cells and powers many biological processes. CoQ10 also functions as an antioxidant that protects cell, including skin cells from free radicals.
Wrinkles
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According to ThirdAge.com, there have been a number of studies that have shown CoQ10 to reduce crows feet, fine lines and wrinkles, whether used topically or taken orally. A study done by Eastern Virginia Medical School found that the compound reduced fine lines and wrinkles by 29 percent.
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Natural CoQ10
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While CoQ10 is available in supplement form and is an ingredient in many skin products, the compound can be found in a number of foods. According to ThirdAge.com, beef, spinach, sardines, tuna and peanuts all have CoQ10.
Other Benefits
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The compound has a host of benefits besides reducing wrinkles and combating signs of aging. It can boost energy, strengthen the immune system and help treat or prevent diseases such as diabetes, breast cancer and heart disease.
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References
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