Antioxidants Beneficial for Cardiovascular Health
1. Coenzyme Q10
Coenzyme Q10 is present in high-energy-consuming organs such as the heart and liver. It not only participates in mitochondrial energy synthesis to provide power for cardiac muscle but also inhibits lipid oxidation and protects blood vessels.
2. Polyphenols
Polyphenols in fruits, vegetables and tea are "scavengers" of blood vessels. Examples include resveratrol in grape skins and rutin in apples.
3. Carotenoids
Carotenoids in orange-yellow fruits and vegetables are a "line of defense" against atherosclerosis. Examples include β-carotene, serum lycopene and lutein.
Coenzyme Q10 is present in high-energy-consuming organs such as the heart and liver.
