The health benefits of CoQ10
CoQ10 is a vitamin like compound which is very important for the human body.
The body makes this on its own, but you can also get it from certain foods or taking a supplement.
CoQ10 play a very important role in making cellular energy,
repairing damage within the cells, and protecting the heart and brain.
In today's video we will take a look at 16 facts and benefits of CoQ10 for the human body,
and how to get more of this into your diet.
1. Energy Production CoQ10 is a powerful
antioxidant which helps generate energy in your cells. It helps to strengthen the mitochondria,
these are the small energy factories within your cells which produce cellular energy, called ATP.
2. CoQ10 Supplement Although the body makes CoQ10
on its own in the liver, taking a supplement can really help to supercharge it's health benefits.
We recommend Ubiquinol. This is a more expensive version,
however is 8 times better absorbed, meaning that you need less of it.
You can also help your liver to make more CoQ10
by consuming foods rich in Vitamin C, folate, trace minerals and B Vitamins.
3. Sources CoQ10 is also
present in certain foods such as organ meats, beef liver, fatty fish and cod liver oil.
4. Egg Quality
Research shows that taking a supplement of CoQ10 helps to improve egg quality in women,
especially over the age of 35. This can lead to a better chance of achieving a healthy pregnancy.
5. Muscle Growth By helping to produce
ATP energy, CoQ10 can also give you more energy when you are exercising. This antioxidant helps
your mitochondrial function which helps your muscles to contract and relax during exercise.
Taking a daily supplement can help to protect muscles from damage by reducing oxidative stress.
This is very helpful for those who take part in competitive sports and high intensity training.
6. Skin Health
The body needs CoQ10 and Vitamin C to produce collagen for healthy skin.
Collagen is a connective protein which keeps the skins elasticity, making it vibrant and youthful.
CoQ10 also reduces free radical damage to the skin which often occurs with age.
7. Heart Health CoQ10 is often used as supplement
for those with heart disease or cardiovascular problems. If you have high blood pressure or
poor circulation to the heart, not enough oxygen will reach this large muscle, causing poor energy
production in heart muscle cells. CoQ10 helps to feed the mitochondrial "energy factories" to
help your heart contract properly. This improves its ability to pump blood around the entire body.
8. Lower Blood Pressure If you have hypertension
of high blood pressure, taking a regular supplement of CoQ10 can help to bring
this back to its normal range. It improves elasticity in the artery walls . We also
recommend consuming lots of mineral rich foods like sea kelp, mussels and cruciferous vegetables.
9. Gum Health Research shows that Coenzyme Q10 also decreases
the risk of gum disease and supports gum health. It's antioxidant function helps to regulate the
inflammatory response within the tissues of the mouth to protect against this problem.
10. Nerve Health Many people suffer with poor nerve health
because of oxidative stress and inflammation. Poor nerve health can lead to Parkinson's disease,
and muscular dystrophy. CoQ10 can help to protect against these problems and slow their progression.
11. Sperm Health Studies also show that getting
more CoQ10 into the diet can improve sperm health and it's motility. This is excellent for men who
are trying for a baby, especially older men who have hormone imbalances and prostate issues.
12. Migraines If you suffer with migraines then
getting more of this compound into your body may help. Abnormal mitochondrial function can lead to
calcification of your brain, resulting in lower energy in the brain cells and migraines. CoQ10
goes in and helps heal the mitochondria and reduce inflammation that may occur during migraines.
13. Diabetes Also by healing the mitochondria in your cells,
CoQ10 can help those with diabetes. Studies show that taking this improves insulin sensitivity
and controlling blood sugar levels. Diabetics also tend to be very deficient in this antioxidant.
14. Cancer
Low levels of CoQ10 have been shown to increase the risk of cancer by 53.3%. Your
body needs this to fight oxidative damage in the DNA part of the mitochondria in your cells.
15. Lung Health Studies show that supplementing
with CoQ10 reduces inflammation in the lungs which aids breathing in those with asthma.
By helping to fight oxidative damage, CoQ10 improves oxygenation of the body,
strengthens the lungs and also help those with COPD.
16. Dosage As we mentioned earlier,
Ubiquinol is the best form of CoQ10 to take. The standard dose ranges from 100-200mg per day,
however dosages of up to 500mg are well tolerated.
Since this is a fat soluble compound, you need a strong digestive system in order to break it down.
If you suffer with indigestion, or have had your gallbladder removed we
recommend taking an ox bile supplement alongside CoQ10 to help you absorb it.
As you can see, CoQ10 is an absolutely essential antioxidant in the human body,
and can be supplemented to increase its effects.
Remember that this substance is found in nearly every cell of the human body,
so is fundamental for moving electrons and oxidative cellular functions.
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