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It turns out that despite all the research available
on coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), there are only a handful of studies
showing it to have any effect on wrinkles (Sources: Biofactors,
September 1999, pages 371–378; Zeitschrift für Gerontologie
und Geriatrie, April 1999, pages 83–88). However, neither
of these studies was double blind or placebo-controlled,
so there is no way to tell whether or not other formulations
could net the same results. What is truly fascinating
about CoQ10 has nothing to do with wrinkles. CoQ10 has
received particular attention in the prevention and treatment
of various forms of cardiovascular disease, strokes, and
hypertension. "CoQ10 supplements are readily absorbed
by the body and no toxic effects have been reported for
daily dosages as high as 300 mg though the safety of CoQ10
has not been established in pregnancy and lactation, so
caution is advised here until more data becomes available."
(Source: International Journal of Alternative and Complementary
Medicine, February 1998, pages 11-12).
Aside from those benefits, there is research showing
that sun exposure depletes the presence of CoQ10 in the
skin (source: Journal of Dermatological Science Supplement,
August 2001, Pages 1–4). This isn't surprising, because
lots of the skin's components become diminished upon exposure
to the sun. But whether or not taking CoQ10 supplements
or applying them to skin stops or alters sun damage is
not known.
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