Description:
Coenzyme Q10 - Co Q10 - is a vitamin like substance that promotes
the production energy in every cell. It aids in circulation and
is a very effective nutrient in the treatment and prevention of
cardiovascular disease and is widely used for this in Japan. Over
12 million Japanese are taking Co Q10 at the direction of their
physicians for treatment of heart disease and high blood pressure.
It is best to take coenzyme Q10 in sublingual form.
Complimentary Nutrients:
Coenzyme Q10, is fat soluble, and is best taken with oily or fatty
foods. Combining coenzyme Q10 with vitamin E is the best form of
coenzyme Q10. The vitamin E preserves the CoQ10.
Antagonists:
None known.
Health Benefits:
Produces energy, aids in circulation, stimulates the immune system,
increases tissue oxygenation, and promotes cardiovascular health.
Therapeutic Uses:
Fighting cardiovascular disease, and lowering blood pressure.
Vitamin Therapies should be done with the supervision of a qualified
health care professional. In the panel on the left, under ailments
you can find more information about treatments for some of these
conditions. You can also locate therapeutic information on this
site by using the search engine - click on 'Search' in the panel
on your left - and entering words relating to the ailment you are
interested in.
Deficiency Indicators:
None known.
Dosage:
| RDA |
Optimal Health |
Therapeutic Amounts |
| None stated |
50 mg |
50-300 mg |
RDA (Recommended Daily Allowance) are dosages developed by the
FDA. These amounts are designed to prevent deficiency symptoms.
For optimal health it is necessary to take a larger dose. The optimal
health amounts are for adults and children weighing over 100 lbs.
Children under the age of six should be given nutritional formulas
designed specifically for young children. The therapeutic amounts
to treat special conditions are usually much higher, and should
not be taken without the supervision of a qualified health care
professional.
Be careful not to overdose on coenzyme Q10 because it can become
toxic. Unlike water soluble vitamins, where the body excretes
excessive amounts, coenzyme Q10 - a oil soluble vitamin, can accumulate
in the body to toxic levels.
Sources:
Mackerel, salmon, and sardines are best sources of Co Q10.
