Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a fat-soluble antioxidant and a chemical compound crucial for energy production used by all cells of the body and the mitochondria inside them.
This unique product protects the heart and blood vessels from ageing processes, increases the production of cellular energy, has an antioxidant effect, and supports the beauty of skin and hair.
The benefits of Q10 for the body:
It protects cells from free radicals (unstable molecules that can damage cells and cause various diseases), reduces the level of lipid peroxidation by reducing the amount of prooxidant compounds.
It is involved in the process of energy production in cells, especially in the heart muscle, which makes it especially useful for maintaining the health of the cardiovascular system.
It can normalize blood pressure and protect blood vessels by preserving nitric oxide.
It has anti-inflammatory properties, and it is known that inflammation is the main cause of many diseases, including atherosclerosis, metabolic disorders, degenerative diseases of the central nervous system, oncological processes, and it also negatively affects life expectancy.
It reduces glycaemic and blood insulin levels, which is very important for people with overweight and carbohydrate metabolism disorder.
It helps improve the structure and elasticity of the skin, as well as reduce the appearance of wrinkles, which is why it is often included in anti-aging protocols.
It helps increase fertility and testosterone levels by increasing sperm count in men and improving ovarian function and egg cells quality in women.
It works well with any imbalance of the mitochondria, because it participates in providing them with oxygen.
It reduces the symptoms of depression.
Q10 in science
In studies, the most significant measurable results were obtained by taking coenzyme Q10 in cases with dysfunctions of the cardiovascular system, as well as when taking statins.
Q10 also demonstrates convincing results in the treatment of the effects of COVID-19, which include fatigue, muscle weakness, depression, and insomnia. The symptoms of postcovoid syndrome are similar to chronic fatigue syndrome and of other smoldering infections, while improvement of mitochondrial functioning helps reduce inflammation and restore the activity of the immune system.
For healthy people, Q10 can be useful because it increases the feeling of vivacity, especially during physical exertion, and overall physical performance, as well as improves the condition of the skin, making it more elastic and radiant.
When does one need to take Q10 additionally?
Q10 is naturally found in every cell membrane of our body, it is synthesized inside the body, and we get it from food. But sometimes there is a lack of Q10.
In which cases?
35+;
Chronic inflammatory diseases;
After suffering from acute respiratory viral infection;
When using statins and beta blockers;
With a diet high in industrially processed foods and fast carbohydrates.
In case of a lack of Q10, the following symptoms may occur:
Fatigue and muscle weakness;
Decreased immunity and frequent colds;
Heart rhythm disorders.
Q10 in food:
Meat products (especially hearts);
Nuts and oils are the most powerful plant sources of Q10.
But to get 100 mg of coenzyme Q10, you need to eat, for example, 400 g of peanuts or drink 800 ml of olive oil. Honestly, it's easier to take a capsule.
The standard dosage of coenzyme Q10 for a preventive dose is 100 mg and to achieve greater effect up to 300 mg. It is taken once a day with meals, as its absorption depends on food. Q10 has an invigorating effect, so it is better to take it with breakfast.