CoQ10 is an essential element for many daily functions and is required by every single cell in the body. It plays a role in “mitochondrial ATP synthesis,” which is the conversion of raw energy from foods into the form of energy that our cells use called ATP. Within our mitochondria, CoQ10 has been found to protect membrane proteins and DNA from the oxidative damage that accompanies lipid peroxidation and neutralize free radicals directly that contributes to nearly all age-related diseases.
CoQ10 has been found to have the following benefits:
- Helps Lower Fatigue & Boosts Stamina
- Can Improve Heart Health & Offset Effects of Statin Drugs
- Protects Cognitive Health
- Helps Treat Cognitive Disorders, Including Parkinson’s Disease & Alzheimer’s
- Defends Against Free Radicals & Typical Signs of Aging, Including Muscle Loss & Skin Changes
- Restores the Power of Antioxidants, Including Vitamin E & Vitamin C
- Slows Down Effects of Aging
- Helps Maintain Optimal pH Levels
- Stabilizes Blood sugar
- Supports Healthy Gums
- Reduces Muscular Dystrophy
- Results in Metabolic Improvement in Patients with Hereditary Mitochondrial Disorders
- May Be Able to Help Treat Other Conditions, Including Cancer, Hormone Imbalances, Diabetes, Viruses & Infections
CoQ10 Deficiency Contributors:
- Statins (cholesterol lowering medications)
Health Problems Associated to CoQ10 Deficiency:
- Asthma – Steroid medications for asthma cause damage to mitochondria (site of cellular energy production). CoQ10 repairs this damage and may reduce corticosteroid dosage in asthmatics.
- Depression – Oxidative stress in the brain alters neurotransmitter function. Antioxidants protect our brain which is very sensitive to oxidation. Several antioxidants – Vitamins A, C and E, Lipoic Acid, CoQ10, Glutathione and Cysteine – play a key role in prevention and treatment of depression.
- Diabetes – Protects kidneys from diabetes related damage. Improves glycemic control in type 2 diabetics.
- Dyslipidemia – It is well established that statins, which are often prescribed for dyslipidemia, deplete CoQ10. CoQ10 lowers Lp(a) and improves efficacy of some dyslipidemia meds.
- Fatigue – Deficiency causes fatigue due to its role in mitochondrial energy metabolism. Therapeutic benefits particularly noticeable in chronic fatigue syndrome.
- Fibromyalgia – Clinical trials consistently show that CoQ10 reduces fibromyalgia symptoms such as pain and fatigue. Low antioxidant status (glutathione, cysteine, CoQ10, selenium, alpha lipoic acid, and vitamin c) increases pain in fibromyalgia, which is often considered an oxidative stress disorder.
- Headaches – Aids mitochondrial metabolism. May prevent migraines.
- Hypertension – Improves bioenergetics of blood vessel wall. Deficiency highly correlated to hypertension. Benefits of CoQ10 often not seen for several weeks.
- Inflammation – Decreases several inflammatory markers (CRP and IL-6) in supplementation trials. Affects genes that control response to inflammatory stress.
- Pain – Clinical trials show antioxidant therapy is an effective treatment for chronic pain. Coenzyme Q10 relieves statin-induced myopathy. Vitamin E reduces neuropathic pain. Vitamin C can lower morphine consumption after surgery.
- Sports Nutrition – Mitigates muscle damage after high intensity training. Trials indicate CoQ10 benefits both strength and endurance. 300 mg of CoQ10 increased power in Olympic athletes.
How to Acquire CoQ10:
- Grass-fed beef
- Herring
- Free-range chicken
- Rainbow trout
- Sesame seeds
- Pistachio nuts
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Oranges
- Strawberries
- Cage-free eggs
- Sardines
- Mackerel
