Encyclopedia of nutrition

SQUALENE

卓營方 Yesnutri 角鯊烯 Squalene

Squalene was first discovered naturally existing in the liver of deep-sea shark in 1906. It plays an important role in providing large amount of oxygen to body cells. This allows large deep-sea sharks to have strong vitality surviving in the environment with low oxygen content. Squalene is also found in human sebum and certain plants, such as olives and sugar cane.

Squalene is an unsaturated hydrocarbon (C30H50).It has a strong antioxidant property against infringement of free radicals. Squalene provides cells with sufficient oxygen, supporting the proper function of vital organs such as the heart, brain, and eyes. It reduces the cause of fatigue, aging, poor memory, as well as the risk of other serious health issues, resulting from hypoxia. Squalene is also rich in alkoxylglycerol. It stimulates white blood cell production to enhance immunity function and maintain a healthy body.

Squalene is crucial for cholesterol synthesis. It can be converted into high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL), thereby reducing bad index. High-fat diets, drugs, alcohol, and pollutants can increase the burden of liver. Squalene strengthens liver detoxification and metabolize excess fats and waste away from the body.

Benefits of Squalene:

‧    Enhances body’s resistance against infections

‧    Increases energy and endurance

‧    Acts as an antioxidant and aids in the removal of harmful substance

‧    Improves liver function and reduces its workload

‧    Maintains lymphatic, cardiovascular, brain, and heart health.

Product: Yesnutri Pure Squalene 1000