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CoQ10 is a very important molecule used by all cells of the body, an essential component in electron transport chain used to make ATP, and a unique antioxidant. It is not considered essential because the body can make small amounts.
CoQ10 is a very important molecule used by all cells of the body, an essential component in electron transport chain used to make ATP, and a unique antioxidant. It is not considered essential because the body can make small amounts.
Even if the body produces a certain molecule, it may not be enough + production declines with age. Plants don’t have much. The foods richest in CoQ10 include organ meat, meat, fish and eggs. A supplement can be a worthwhile consideration as well. It is fat-soluble.
Although its present in all cells, the heart, liver, kidneys and pancreas have the highest levels. Some medications deplete CoQ10, especially statins. This is why it's important to supplement if required, often to prevent heart issues.
Besides energy production/antioxidative capacity, additional functions include:
- maintaining healthy CV function. helps to prevent lipid oxidation (it is one of the most significant lipid antioxidants) - a primary factor in atherosclerosis. Helps in treatment of heart failure
- maintaining healthy CV function. helps to prevent lipid oxidation (it is one of the most significant lipid antioxidants) - a primary factor in atherosclerosis. Helps in treatment of heart failure
- reducing blood pressure
- anti-aging (overall + skin)
- neurological function/brain health
- recycles Vitamin C and Vitamin E
- improved fertility in men and women
- prevents DNA damage
- can treat and prevent headaches and migraines
- anti-aging (overall + skin)
- neurological function/brain health
- recycles Vitamin C and Vitamin E
- improved fertility in men and women
- prevents DNA damage
- can treat and prevent headaches and migraines
- helps prevent oxidative damage with chronic disease, such as diabetes
- has shown to play a role in cancer prevention
- improved lung health
- supports immune function
- has shown to play a role in cancer prevention
- improved lung health
- supports immune function
Rarely, genetic defect prevents synthesis. It is often not tested for, and symptoms may not appear until significant deficiency. There are varying symptoms, including muscle fatigue, fatigue, issues with memory. Chronic dx can deplete as well.
