Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is fat-soluble coenzyme found naturally in the body and in foods such as cold water fish, vegetable oils and meats. Your body makes CoQ10, and it is found in every cell because it is a necessary component for our basic cell growth and maintenance processes.  In fact, without CoQ10, out bodies would be unable to adequately manufacture the energy that our cells produce for basic functions.

CoQ10 also plays an active role within our cells as an antioxidant. It protect our cells from the potential threat of harmful molecules that our produces by our body.

While this coenzyme is found naturally within the body, its concentrations naturally decrease as we age. Much research has been done in an effort to connect CoQ10 deficiencies with some of the major health concerns associated with aging. While many of these studies are still be considered and research on this important coenzyme is ongoing, many positive benefits have been said to be associated with CoQ10 intake.

Not only do coenzymes help enzymes digest food and perform other necessary body processes, they also help protect the heart and skeletal muscles. However, this specific enzyme, CoQ10, has been shown to positively contribute to overall health in a variety of ways.

Some potential positive effects of CoQ10:

    * Promotes of cardiovascular health
    * Defends against malignant tumors
    * Helps with Periodontal health
    * Contributes to the body’s energy supply
    * May prevent migraines
    * Maintains healthy blood sugar levels
    * Maintains healthy blood pressure
    * Can slow the progression of Alzheimer’s
    * Helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels