In cancer prevention, Coenzyme Q10 supplements have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can help inhibit mutations in nuclear DNA. Once cancer has developed, studies of CoQ10 supplementation show either positive outcomes or no adverse effects on cancer progression.
Otherwise healthy elderly individuals who get too little selenium from their food may suffer from sub-optimal thyroid function and inflammation of the thyroid. CoQ10 and selenium supplementation is associated with increased thyroid hormone activity and with reduced inflammation.
As we get older, our cells undergo altered mitochondrial dynamics. Mitochondrial dysfunction leads to reduced cellular energy generation, increased oxidative stress, and increased systemic inflammation. CoQ10 supplementation is a therapeutic strategy to protect heart function.
A review of clinical studies shows that CoQ10 supplementation helps male patients with infertility issues in several ways: improves sperm parameters, reduces testicular oxidative stress, and increases pregnancy rates, both naturally and with assisted reproductive technology.
As we get older, our bodies synthesize less and less Coenzyme Q10. We need CoQ10 supplementation. The absorption of CoQ10 supplements varies widely, depending upon the manufacturer’s formulation. Be sure to buy a CoQ10 supplement with documented absorption and clinical efficacy.
Coenzyme Q10 is essential for normal mitochondrial function and is important as a lipid-soluble antioxidant and as an anti-inflammatory agent. Adjuvant use of CoQ10 supplementation can help manage rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia without any adverse effects.
Chronic systemic inflammation is linked to arthritis, cancer, heart disease, diabetes, liver disease, etc. Anti-inflammatory drugs can have undesirable side effects. If possible, it may be better to regulate inflammatory factors through diet and Coenzyme Q10 supplements.
Infertility affects 15% of couples (50 million couples) worldwide. Female reproductive potential declines with increasing age – from middle 30s to early 40s. The decline is associated with mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative stress. Coenzyme Q10 can alleviate these problems.
Elderly individuals who have low Coenzyme Q10 and selenium status are at risk of cognitive decline. In the KiSel-10 Study, daily supplementation with a combination selenium and CoQ10 supplements slowed the aging process. The joint supplementation can improve cognitive function.
Coenzyme Q10 supplements in the ubiquinone form have a proven track record in clinical studies of heart disease. The ubiquinone form increases survival and reduces symptoms in heart failure. It reduces the risk of cardiovascular death. There is no similar evidence for ubiquinol.
