- Powerful antioxidant supports heart health
- Oil-based soft gel makes CoQ10 three times more bioavailable
- Supports good energy levels
- Helps boost immune system
- Can help support healthy blood pressure levels
Coenzyme Q10 is a nutrient sometimes erroneously referred to as a vitamin. It is not a vitamin, but it is a vital nutrient for health. Called CoQ10 for short, it is present in the mitochondrion which is the energy producing section of the cell. CoQ10 is used in the production of ATP, the major energy source for the cell. CoQ10 is key to energy production in the body with 95% of the body’s energy requirements converted with help from CoQ10. In addition to boosting energy, CoQ10 helps support the immune system.
Much of CoQ10’s benefits come from its work as an antioxidant. Antioxidants help protect the body from the damaging effects of free radicals. While free radicals are a natural by-product of normal body processes like breathing, their frequency may be increased by exposure to environmental influences like air pollution, cigarette smoke, and even ultraviolet light from the sun. Left unchecked free radicals can damage cells leading to premature aging and degenerative diseases like heart disease. CoQ10’s presence in the heart of the cell makes it a powerful source for counteracting free radicals.
Clinical studies have shown CoQ10 to be helpful in preventing and treating heart disease. The antioxidant action mentioned before is a key component of CoQ10’s capacity. It also helps prevent the formation of blood clots and improves the heart cells’ energy production. In at least one study, second heart attacks and chest pain were reduced when CoQ10 was administered within the three days of the initial attack.
In a related issue, CoQ10 is used in some countries as a prescription medicine to help support treatment of congestive heart failure (CHF). CHF occurs when the heart is unable to pump blood like it should which results in fluid pooling in the lungs or limbs. CoQ10 reduces fluid in the legs and lungs improving breathing ability and exercise capacity.
CoQ10 also shows promise in lowering blood pressure. Recent reviews of several studies conclude it can lower both the systolic and diastolic numbers significantly with continued use. It may also benefit migraine headache sufferers. Research is on-going exploring CoQ10’s efficacy in contributing to treatment of conditions like diabetes and high cholesterol.
Our softgel formula gives you a convenient way to take CoQ10. To improve CoQ10’s absorption in the intestine it is dissolved in vitamin E oil. Research shows that delivering CoQ10 in an oil-based softgel triples its bioavailability. Learn more...