Ubiquinol CoQ10 at a glance*
- Energy Production
- Statin Medication Users Benefit
- Protects DNA
- Supports Normal Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar
- Supports Healthy Aging
- Fibromyalgia Improves
Ubiquinol CoQ10
Ubiquinol CoQ10 is a natural, vitamin-like substance found throughout our body. In fact, it got its name from being “ubiquitous” (i.e. everywhere). Our need for CoQ10 is especially high in the heart, liver, kidney and muscles. Why? Because these organs need so much energy. CoQ10’s main job is to produce energy inside our cell’s “power plants” (our mitochondria)! CoQ10 also reactivates antioxidant vitamins like vitamins C & E.
“Statin” Medications for Cholesterol Lower CoQ10:
Statins (such as rosuvastatin, atorvastatin and others ending in “statin”) reduce cholesterol formation in the liver. That can be good. Unfortunately, CoQ10 production in the liver is also reduced, up to 40%! This is definitely NOT a good thing! Fatigue, muscle aches, elevated blood sugars, and memory loss are just a few of the side effects associated with statin medications and lower CoQ10.
We cannot get enough CoQ10 from foods like beef & chicken to offset statins (3 lbs of beef = 1 capsule). So, supplements may help those who take statins for cholesterol.
CoQ10 is also thought to be helpful for those needing nutritional support for:
- Fatigue
- Heart disease
- Fibromyalgia
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
Research on CoQ10 has shown many potential health benefits, including:*
- More energy!
- Reduced muscle aches & pains!
- Lower inflammation, such as C-Reactive Protein and Interleukin-6
- Increased antioxidant reserve in the heart (and other tissues)
- Regenerates vitamins C & E and is itself a powerful antioxidant
- Increases genetic DNA repair
- 98 known beneficial genes are upregulated (turned on) with CoQ10
- Decreases DNA damage (prevents breakage of DNA strands)
- 373 harmful genes down-regulated (turned off) with CoQ10
- Benefits genes involved in age-related processes, e.g. stress responses
- Helps lower blood pressure & blood sugars
- Improves some cases of Erectile Dysfunction
What Conditions Potentially Benefit the Most?
- Statin medication side effects are reduced. Muscle pain is reduced by ~40%.
- Heart disease, especially heart failure
- Fibromyalgia
- Fatigue
- Diabetes
- Hypothyroidism
- High Blood Pressure
- Gum disease (gingivitis)
- Aging
Type and Quality Matters…
Ubiquinol is the only CoQ10 we recommend – NOT ubiquinone. Over 90% of CoQ10 in our body is ubiquinol, the active antioxidant form. Oil suspension of CoQ10 is crucial for absorption. Our Ubiquinol is suspended in medium chain triglyceride oil to maximize absorption.
Dosage Recommendations
Suggested Usage: Take 1 softgel daily with food, or take as directed by your healthcare provider. A higher dosage may be advised based on needs. Up to 500 mg daily is well tolerated.
Precautions & Safety
For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Store in a cool, dry place after opening. Keep out of reach of children.
References: Expert Rev Cardiovasc Ther vol 10 2012, Clin Interv Aging vol 8 2013, Mutat Res vol 733 2012, Curr Drug Saf vol 4 2009, Am J Cardiology vol 99 2007, ConsumerLab.com LLC, Biofactors vol 32 2008
