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Carlson Nutritional Supplements CoQ10 200 mg 90 softgels
CoQ10: The Ultimate Antioxidant
CO-ENZYME Q10 is a substance all
cells need to live. It is also called “ubiquinone,” which is very fitting
because CO-Q10 is literally ubiquitous (everywhere) in your body, as well as in
all living systems. It is one of the vital keys to the process that produces
most of your cellular energy.
Co-Q10 is like a spark plug in your car’s engine for without the spark to ignite
the fuel, the engine will not be able to run. Likewise, without Co-Q10, your
cells cannot produce the energy needed to live. Moreover, if your car has faulty
spark plugs, it runs noisily and inefficiently. So, with insufficient Co-Q10,
your body may not be able to function at peak performance. The body can obtain
Co-Q10 from the diet. Foods high in Co-Q10 include all meats, vegetable oils,
nuts, grains, and vegetables. These foods also contain shorter Co-Q molecules,
containing less than 10 “isoprenoid” side chains. For instance, plants contain
Co-Q9 as well as Co-Q10. The liver is able to process and piece these chains
together to form Co-Q10. Or, it can synthesize its own Co-Q10 from the amino
acids tyrosine and mevalonate. Thus, Co-Q10 is not technically a vitamin because
the body can manufacture it. However, studies have shown that elderly,
malnourished and chronically ill people have lower blood levels of Co-Q10. Also,
the use of Statin drugs may lower blood levels of Co-Q10. Supplementation with
Co-Q10 raises and helps normalize low blood levels in people who are susceptible
to low Co-Q10 levels. The amount of Co-Q10 found in foods is usually too low to
adequately raise blood levels for those who are deficient.
WHERE IS CO-Q10 FOUND IN THE BODY?
Everywhere! Cells in the heart, liver, and
skeletal muscle have the highest contents, possibly because these organs require
the most energy. If Co-Q10 levels sink below 25% of normal levels, cells begin
to die.
HOW DOES CO-Q10 WORK?
Within each cell are components called mitochondria, where
energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is produced. In order for
mitochondria to do their work, electrons must continually flow through them,
ultimately reaching oxygen molecules. Co-Q10 is a vital link in this electron
flow. Without energy, the cell dies. With insufficient amounts of Co-Q10, the
electron flow slows down, and the body is not properly oxygenated. Co-Q10 also
functions as an ANTIOXIDANT by helping to decrease free radical activity. Free
radicals are unstable molecules which can initiate destructive chain reactions
in the body. Co-Q10, along with beta-carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E, and
antioxidant enzymes helps stabilize free radicals and prevents damage.
DOES TAKING CO-Q10 SUPPLEMENTS ACTUALLY HELP INCREASE ITS CONTENT IN THE BODY?
When taking Co-Q10 supplements, studies show significant increases in blood
concentration. For instance, one study found that a single dose of 100 mg
increased plasma concentration from 1 mcg/ml to 3.8 mcg/ml. Furthermore,
supplementing 100 mg daily for 2-8 months resulted in a 20-80% increase of
Co-Q10 concentration in the heart muscle. In summary, Co-Q10 is found in all
living organisms and is essential to life because it is necessary for ATP
production. While it is normally obtained through the diet or manufactured by
the body, certain people have exhibited shortages of Co-Q10. Research has shown
supplementation can increase the body’s levels of Co-Q10.
CoQ10 Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Softgel
Servings per Container: 90
Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopherol) 1 IU
CoQ10 (coenzyme Q10) 200 Milligrams
CoQ10 Other Ingredients:
Soybean oil, gelatin, glycerin, vegetable stearin, water, lecithin, beeswax,
annatto, titanium dioxide.
CoQ10 Suggested Use
As a dietary supplement, take one soft gel daily.
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