What characteristic
does every cell in the human body share? They all contain substantial
amounts of coenzyme Q10. Without an ample supply, our body simply can
not function at peak performance.
As an active
contributor to all aspects of cellular function, CoQ10 has become universally
regarded as one of the most vital nutrients ever made available to the
public. As a powerful antioxidant, it significantly reduces the oxidation
of LDL cholesterol, and is absolutely essential to the production of
energy within the mitochondria. And just as the human heart contains
high concentrations of this absolutely crucial nutrient, without it
we would be unable to produce enough energy to live.*
What
is CoQ10 and what is it good for?
CoQ10 (Co-enzyme Q10) is a vitamin-like compound also known as ubiquinone.
Ubiquinone combines two terms to describe this substance –quinone
is a type of coenzyme and ubiquitous indicates it exists everywhere
in the human body. CoQ10 plays an important role in the body’s
energy production and is an essential component of the mitochondria,
where it helps to metabolize fats and carbohydrates and maintain cell
membrane flexibility. CoQ10 is also involved in the production of several
key enzymes that are used to create ATP (Adenosine triphosphate), a
key energy storage molecule. Without CoQ10, you would not be alive.
CoQ10 is also an effective antioxidant that may beneficially affect
the aging process. As we age, our body’s production of CoQ10 declines
by as much as 80%. Because it is so important to energy production,
and therefore life, researchers believe that this decline may be a factor
in the effects of aging on the human body.
The highest levels of CoQ10 are found in tissues in the body that work
the hardest; like the heart, the liver, etc. Initial studies into CoQ10
found that persons with cardiac insufficiencies had very low levels
of CoQ10, and that supplementation increased CoQ10 levels. So CoQ10
is not only an effective antioxidant, but it supports cardiovascular
health as well.
Which of your CoQ10 products do not contain soy?
Because CoQ10 is a fat-soluble substance, many of our CoQ10 supplements
include additional ingredients to facilitate absorption and utilization,
including Lecithin, Vitamin E, Selenium and Hawthorne Berry. Lecithin
and Vitamin E are both highly purified fractions derived from soybean
oil.
How and when should I take CoQ10?
CoQ10 works better if taken with fats and oils. Many CoQ10 supplements
contain oils in the base and are sold as liquid filled softgel capsules.
All forms of CoQ10 will work better if taken with a meal containing
fats or with healthy supplements providing fat, such as fish oil, flax
oil, coconut oil, etc.
What about the quality of NOW's CoQ10?
NOW sells only the natural, 100% all-trans form of CoQ10 that is produced
using natural fermentation and purchased from the leading Japanese suppliers.
This is considered to be the best and most natural form available. Differences
in absorption or utilization of CoQ10 products are mostly associated
with oils added to powdered CoQ10 within a softgel capsule. These differences
are far less important when the supplement is taken at the same time
as other oils or oil-based supplements in the diet, rather than between
meals. This makes it possible to take CoQ10 in a vegetarian form - or
even as a powder - and still enjoy the benefits of enhanced absorption.
Suggested
Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 Vcap® daily, preferably
with meals. We highly recommend taking this product with a source of
essential fatty acids such as Flax Oil, Evening Primrose Oil, Borage
Oil or Omega-3 Fish Oil.
Free of:
yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, milk, preservatives or additives.
Other Ingredients:
White Rice Powder and Cellulose (capsule).
