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Coenzyme Q10 or CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) |
| Why Does the Body Need CoEnzyme Q10? |
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1. It is one of the most powerful antioxidants 2. It is found in every cell in the human body and is like a "sparkplug" to the cells. It is vital to the creation of energy 3. It boosts the immune system 4. It enhances circulation, tissue oxygenation and normalizes blood pressure 5. It helps people with allergies, Asthma or respiratory disease because it has the ability to counter histamine 6. It has been found to be effective in fighting Candidiasis (yeast overgrowth), Diabetes, Multiple Sclerosis and obesity 7. Studies indicate that it may be useful in the prevention and treatment of Cardiovascular Disease 8. It has also been used to treat Schizophrenia, Alzheimer’s, and other diseases with anomalies of mental function 9. It increases exercise tolerance |
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What are some symptoms of Deficiency of Coenzyme Q10? Diseases that have been linked to a deficiency of CoQ10 include Diabetes, Muscular Dystrophy and periodontal disease 37. heart disease 38. lack of energy 39. poor exercise tolerance 40. poor immune function |
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Where do you naturally find CoEnzyme Q10 (in alphabetical order)? 1. beef 2. mackerel 3. peanuts 4. pork 5. salmon 6. sardines 7. sesame seeds 8. soybean oil 9. spinach 10. walnuts |
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Notes and/or Cautions: People taking Statin or cholesterol-lowering drugs, should be supplementing with CoQ10 because Statins suppress the production of cholesterol and CoQ10 in liver. This can lead to Congestive Heart Failure. CoQ10 production in the body declines with age, so it is a good idea for people over the age of 50 to supplement with CoQ10 |
| Recommended Dosages for Maintaining Good Health (for Adults): Q10: 30-100 mg |