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 Co-Q10
Co-Q10,
a complex
organic compound
also known as
ubiquinone,
is produced naturally in all plants and animals. It is an
essential
nutrient that supplies the biochemical
“spark”
that creates
cellular energy.
What
does this mean? It means that
Co-Q10
is
critical
to the
production of energy
within
each cell
in the human body.
This
spark
is especially important to
athletes
active lifestyle
and
fitness enthusiasts
who have an interest in
ATP production
as well as
recovery.
Here’s why:
Co-Q10,
as with all enzymes consists of two parts—a
protein
and either a
mineral
or
vitamin.
When
coupled with a vitamin,
it is referred to as a
co-enzyme.
Co-Enzyme Q10
serves a
catalyst
in several
chemical reactions
that lead to the production of energy—in this
case,
ATP
(Adenosine Triphosphate).
ATP is critical for athletes and
fitness enthusiasts to constantly replenish their ATP supply.
The ability of the human body to manufacture its own
Co-Q10
can
decrease
with
age.
Without it, muscles, nerve impulses and body organ activities
may slow down.
Overall Co-Q10 has been shown to:
· Help
in fat loss programs as it helps stimulate the body’s
metabolism
· Help
in cell respiration, electron transfer, ATP production,
control of oxidation reactions
· Play
a key role in treatment of cardiovascular illnesses, including
congestive heart failure.
CO-Q10 and
Statin Drugs
Nearly
40 million
people will be taking
Lipitor
this year in the United States alone, with an additional
20 million
taking other types of
statin drugs
(known as
HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors)
to help lower cholesterol. Most of these
people will be over
50
years of age and
few
will be on
supplemental
Co Q-10.
This has caused some controversy within the
medical community, itself. While
statin drugs
are successful at inhibiting cholesterol
production, they are equally successful at
inhibiting
the
body’s production
of necessary
Co Q-10—as
well as other important biochemical processes. To some, this
deficiency
is particularly alarming.
Side effects
of
Co-Q10 deficiency
include
muscle wasting
leading to
weakness,
severe back pain, heart failure
(the heart is a muscle),
neuropathy
and
inflammation
of the
tendons
and
ligaments,
often leading to
rupture.
People taking
statin drugs
should
consult with their physicians
regarding the
potential benefits
of Co-Q10 supplementation as well as
appropriate dosage.
Amount Per One (1) Softgel Capsule
| Co-Enzyme Q10 (Ubiquinone) |
50 mg. |
| Other Ingredients: Rice Bran Oil, Gelatin,
Glycerin, Beeswax/Soybean Oil Mixture, Lecithin, Titanium
Dioxide Color. |
|
CO-Q10 Questions & Answers
How is Coenzyme Q10 Created?
Coenzyme Q10 is also called ubiquinone,
because its presence in nature is ubiquitous, meaning universal or
everywhere. Plant and animal foods regularly supply the body with a daily
micro-stream of coenzyme Q10. The body is able to produce coenzyme Q10 if
adequate other nutrition is present and liver function is healthy.
Deficiencies of coenzyme Q10 can arise when people fail to choose most of
their food from the natural whole food category. Manufactured and refined
foods may fail to deliver sufficient quantities of coenzyme Q10, or the
nutrition required to produce coenzyme Q10 in the body.
Who Should Use Coenzyme Q10?
Coenzyme Q10 supplementation makes the most sense
in those who are older, in whom nutritional deficiencies and compromised
liver function have curtailed coenzyme Q10 production. Every bodily system
will benefit in the older person. Of special importance is the way
coenzyme Q10 enhances immune system performance, cardio
performance, especially with heart failure and congestive heart failure,
and liver and kidney performance. Nevertheless for those who seek optimal
nutritional enablement, daily supplementation can be justified without
regard to age (30 to 60 mg).
Is Coenzyme Q10 An Antioxidant?
Coenzyme Q10 also acts as an antioxidant,
preserving our cells from damage due to inappropriate oxidation.
Inappropriate oxidation accelerates the cellular decline of body tissues
and the aging process. Athletes in particular may benefit from 30 to 60 mg
per day due to the greater flow of oxygen through the body. Even those who
daily endeavor to stay physically fit may need to enhance control over
inappropriate oxidation.
How Do I Use Coenzyme Q10?
Routine daily supplementation is recommended in
the older set, and may be useful in a younger set suffering from chronic
infections of any kind, and chronic fatigue syndrome. Coenzyme Q10 is oil
soluble and best absorbed in the oily meal portion, so it should be taken
with meals.
Anywhere from 30mg to 120mg per day may be
appropriate, depending on age, size, and severity of health problems.
Higher doses are quite well tolerated if you and your physician feel it
will be beneficial. It is best to divide your daily dose into 30 to 60 mg
doses taken at meal time. Divided doses ensure more successful absorption
of the full daily dosage.
Speak With Your Physician!
Please speak with your physician before starting
coenzyme Q10, if you have serious health problems and/or heart failure
being treated by medication. This helps your physician monitor your
expected benefit and tailor medication. Coenzyme Q10 is a natural part of
human nutrition.
Please consult
with your physician before taking this, or any other, nutritional
supplement.
The Food & Drug
Administration has not evaluated these statements. This product is not intended to
diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
This information
on this site is intended for general reference purposes only and is not
intended to address any medical or health conditions.
This information is not a substitute for professional medical advice or
a medical exam. Prior to taking nutritional supplements or participating
in any diet or exercise program or activity, you should seek the advice
of your physician or other qualified health professional.
No health information on this site should be used to diagnose, treat,
cure or prevent any medical condition. |
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