Coenzyme Q10

Coenzyme Q10, or CoQ10 for short, is a vitamin-like substance widely distributed in the human body. It is a natural antioxidant and cellular metabolic initiator produced by cells themselves, effectively inhibiting mitochondrial peroxidation, promoting cellular energy production in living organisms and maintaining normal metabolic reactions in the body. Dr Peter Mitchell of the University of Edinburgh, UK, was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1978 for his discovery of the exact role of Coenzyme Q10. Based on its important physiological functions, Coenzyme Q10 has a wide range of applications in medicine, health food, dietary supplements and cosmetic make-up for the prevention and treatment of many common diseases such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, acute and chronic hepatitis and Parkinson's disease. It has good health effects on the heart, liver and kidneys. The body's ability to synthesise its own coenzyme Q10 varies with age, peaking at the age of 25 and beginning to decline year on year thereafter, with the most pronounced decline in coenzyme Q10 concentrations in the heart. As coenzyme Q10 levels decline, the body's major organs (especially the heart) become inactive and unable to function optimally, making coenzyme Q10 supplementation vital. Coenzyme Q10 levels in the body are now used as an important indicator of health in many countries.

•  Anti-aging As a strong antioxidant Q10 protects cells from chemicals and other harmful factors.

•  Anti-oxidant Q10 naturally prevents our body and cells from free radicals damage and works as a shield against harmful effects.

•  Muscles are also in need of this enzyme, due to its energy boosting quality. Experiments proved that people who had a balanced Q10 level were more energetic and vigorous.

•  Heart-related problems It is proven helpful in treating heart-related problems such as congestive heart failure and to lower high blood pressure.

•  Improves immunity and can dramatically slow tumor growth.