The Cellular Energy Co-Factor

CoQ10 is a coenzyme found in every cell of the body, where it plays a key role in mitochondrial ATP (energy) production. Levels naturally decline with age and are further depleted by certain medications (e.g. statins). Supplementing with CoQ10 may restore energy production and enhance antioxidant protection.

CoQ10 supplementation may lead to:

• Enhanced cellular energy production which could result in reduced fatigue (especially those with statin-related fatigue or fibromyalgia)
• Improvement in clinical outcomes of people suffering from cardiovascular conditions
• Antioxidant defence against free radicals
• Improvement in brain health in aging population by restoring CoQ10 for both neurons and glia
• Enhancing exercise performance, muscle recovery and reducing exercise-induced inflammation

Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone) is a fat-soluble compound found in the inner mitochondrial membrane, where it transfers electrons during energy production. It also acts as a powerful antioxidant, protecting the brain, muscle tissues, and DNA from oxidative stress.

Supplemental forms include ubiquinone (oxidised form, widely studied) and ubiquinol (reduced form, more bioavailable but less stable). Both are effective at raising plasma CoQ10 levels.

Human clinical studies commonly use 100 mg per day, with higher doses (200–300 mg) applied in cardiovascular and neurological research. At 100 mg, CoQ10 supports antioxidant defense, and plays a role in the prevention of cardiovascular conditions.