Q10 & beta-carotene – powerful antioxidants for cell protection and aging

Aging at the cellular level is largely driven by oxidative stress: unstable free radicals that damage DNA, proteins and cell membranes. The body's own antioxidant defenses weaken with age, which increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, dementia and wrinkles.

Two ingredients stand out in the light of research:

Coenzyme Q10 (Q10)

• Q10 is an essential molecule in the cells' energy factories (mitochondria), and also functions as a potent antioxidant.

• CoQ10 supplementation in the elderly has been shown to reduce oxidative stress and improve markers of inflammation and heart health. In one study, when combined with a Mediterranean diet, this demonstrated a clear metabolic shift associated with healthy aging.

• Skin-related findings: Q10 has documented effects on reducing wrinkles, improving skin texture, and increasing dermis density in women who took this antioxidant for 12 weeks.

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Beta-carotene

• Beta-carotene is a provitamin A carotenoid with strong antioxidant properties. It protects cells from oxidative damage and reduces stress responses in the body's cells.

• New research shows that beta-carotene can attenuate signs of aging in stem cells (in both animal models and cells in laboratories), including via regulation of specific cell aging signals.

• High intake of beta-carotene (through diet) has also been linked to a lower risk of premature death in population studies.

How they work – together

• They strengthen the body's antioxidant defenses by neutralizing free radicals and reducing oxidative stress, especially in cells that are vulnerable – such as the skin, heart and brain.

• Q10 and beta-carotene also contribute to the stability of mitochondria – the cells’ energy powerhouses – and protect against cellular aging.

Why SanOmega Premium provides more than omega-3

SanOmega Premium combines EPA and DHA with Q10 , beta-carotene , astaxanthin and important fat-soluble vitamins – all in one convenient dose. This provides broad and comprehensive antioxidant and cell protection at the micro level:

• Q10 fights aging in the skin, blood vessels and brain

• Beta-carotene strengthens the immune system and protects against oxidative stress

• Astaxanthin provides additional antioxidant reserve

• Vitamins A, D, E and K2 complement the effect on cell functions

Sanomega Premium contains Coenzyme Q10 and Beta-Carotene. Order here.

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