Benefits
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is one of our body's natural antioxidants. It is essential for energy production, and promotes cardiovascular health. High concentrations of CoQ10 are found in tissues with high energy requirements, such as the heart, liver, kidneys, and muscle, and CoQ10 levels have been found to decline with age.
Bottle contains 60 capsules (60-day supply)
Caution: If you are pregnant, nursing, or on medication, consult with your healthcare practitioner.
- Supports cardiovascular health
- Promotes healthy mitochondrial function and energy production
- CoQ10 is one of the body's natural antioxidants
- 200 mg CoQ10 (ubiquinone) in each capsule
- Vegan; does not contain gluten, dairy, soy, or GMOs
Key Ingredients
Coenzyme Q10
CoQ10 is produced in the mitochondria of our cells, where it is a key player in the transfer of electrons that results in the production of ATP, the body's form of energy. CoQ10 also acts as an antioxidant; it directly scavenges free radicals, especially in the mitochondrial membrane and cell membranes. CoQ10 also has indirect antioxidant actions by increasing the production of other natural antioxidants, such as superoxide dismutase. In the heart, CoQ10's role in ATP generation helps the heart meet its energy needs, and the antioxidant actions of CoQ10 help prevent oxidative damage to heart muscle. In the blood vessels, where nitric oxide is important for regulation of blood flow, CoQ10's antioxidant actions help prevent a decline in nitric oxide availability due to oxidative stress.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the connection between CoQ10 and cholesterol-lowering drugs?
Because of similarities in the synthesis pathways for CoQ10 and cholesterol, statin-type drugs (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors) may decrease the production of CoQ10 in addition to cholesterol. There is evidence that CoQ10 supplementation increases CoQ10 levels in people taking HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors.
Is Dr. Fuhrman's CoQ10 gluten-free? Allergen-free?
CoQ10 is not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. It is produced in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
What research went into this product?
Below are the studies that informed this product:
1. Zozina VI, Covantev S, Goroshko OA, et al. Coenzyme Q10 in Cardiovascular and Metabolic Diseases: Current State of the Problem. Curr Cardiol Rev 2018, 14:164-174.
2. Sood B, Keenaghan M: Coenzyme Q10. In StatPearls. Treasure Island (FL) ineligible companies. Disclosure: Michael Keenaghan declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.2023
3. Bargossi AM, Grossi G, Fiorella PL, et al. Exogenous CoQ10 supplementation prevents plasma ubiquinone reduction induced by HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. Molecular Aspects of Medicine 1994, 15:s187-s193.
4. Mabuchi H, Nohara A, Kobayashi J, et al. Effects of CoQ10 supplementation on plasma lipoprotein lipid, CoQ10 and liver and muscle enzyme levels in hypercholesterolemic patients treated with atorvastatin: a randomized double-blind study. Atherosclerosis 2007, 195:e182-189.
