CoQ10 is a naturally-occuring compound found in every cell in the body. CoQ10's alternate name, ubiquinone, comes from the word ubiquitous, which means "found everywhere." About 95% of cellular energy is produced from structures in your cells called mitochondria. Coenzyme Q10 is incorporated into the mitochondria of your cells where it facilitates the transformation of fats and sugars into energy in the form of ATP. Studies have also confirmed CoQ10 to have powerful antioxidant effects, destroying free radicals in the body.
When CoQ10 levels diminish, the ability of cells to sustain even basic metabolic functions is impaired.
Scientists have found that CoQ10 provides benefits to several organs whose cells require high-level energy metabolism such as the heart, brain and kidneys and has been proven to aid in several health problems: from heart problems and recovery, high blood pressure, diabetes, gum disease and kidney failure to migraines, counteracting prescription drug effects, Parkinson's disease and many other degenerative and acute simptoms.
Coenzyme Q-10 even helps to facilitate weight loss due to its stimulating effects on the body's metabolism and improves energy production, which is of particular importance to athletes and bodybuilders.
