What is Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)?
Coenzyme Q10 is also known as ubiquinone, ubidecarenone and vitamin Q. Discovered in 1957, CoQ10 is an antioxidant that also works are part of the body's natural energy production process. It’s found in high levels in our mitochondria, the powerhouse of the cell. The brain, heart, kidneys and liver have comparatively more mitochondria because they have high energy needs, so they contain higher levels of CoQ10.
Ubiquinol vs Ubiquinone
CoQ10 supplements come in two main forms: Ubiquinol, the active antioxidant form or Ubiquinone, which your body converts into ubiquinol. This makes ubiquinol slightly more bioavailable than ubiquinone, however if you’re healthy, the body caneasily convert ubiquinone into its more useable form. The CoQ10 circulating in the blood is mostly in the ubiquinol form (around 90% in people with good health).
Coenzyme Q10 Benefits
Research has shown that CoQ10 plays a major role in supporting heart health, healthy energy levels, the health of the immune system, and healthy gums. It also works as an antioxidant within our cells.
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Because CoQ10 plays a role in healthy energy production, it’s used as an energy support supplement
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CoQ10 is found in high levels in the brain, it supports brain function and focus
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Since CoQ10 levels generally decline with age, according to science, coenzyme Q10 tablets can be especially supportive for older people
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CoQ10 is popular to support muscle comfort for people who have health goals around healthy cholesterol levels
Coenzyme Q10 Side Effects and Contraindications
Before deciding to take CoQ10, make sure you check with your health professional if you’re taking medication, have existing health conditions or are pregnant or breastfeeding. Always follow the CoQ10 dosage info on the product packaging.
At HealthPost we have a large selection of the best CoQ10 vitamins and supplements. In addition to CoQ10 capsules, you’ll find various multivitamin options to support your body’s health and wellbeing.
