Q10 effect: What you should know about the coenzyme

The coenzyme Q10 is already known as a content in several anti-aging products. This article gives you an overview of what else you should know about the effects of Q10.

Q10 - Presentation and effects of the coenzyme

Q10 is a natural coenzyme that can be detected in vital organs.

• It is a vitamin-like, fat-soluble substance that occurs in the mitochondria. These are small cell organelles that are necessary for the cell's energy supply.
• Q10 as an antioxidant can bind free radicals. Because such radicals also play a role in cell aging, scientists suspect that Q10 can slow down the aging process.
• Q10 as an antioxidant can bind free radicals. Because such radicals also play a role in cell aging, scientists suspect that Q10 can slow down the aging process.

Where does Q10 matter?

Q10 is not only supposed to be useful as a miracle cure for the aging process. Various positive effects are suspected.

• Since radicals occur more during intensive training, Q10 should also support athletic performance.
• Due to the cardiovascular effect, Q10 is said to help against heart diseases. A weak heart can be caused by a lack of Q10, which means that certain cell organelles cannot generate enough energy.
• Q10 is also used to counteract central nervous system disorders caused by free radicals, which can damage nerve cells.
• By supporting the performance of the pancreas, which produces the insulin necessary to regulate blood sugar levels, Q10 counteracts diabetes mellitus.
• The coenzyme is also said to help against cancer.

How useful is the increase in Q10 and what should be considered?

There are studies confirming the above effects of Q10, for example older people have lower amounts of Q10 in the body. However, these are not scientifically proven.

On the other hand, there is no doubt that the profits the industry makes from the sale of such products.

• Since the enzyme is already ingested through normal food intake and can be produced by the body itself, it is questionable whether the additional intake of Q10 by capsules is necessary.
• In addition, an interaction with anticoagulants cannot be excluded.
• Overdosing on the enzyme can even result in nausea, diarrhea and loss of appetite. This has a negative effect on the natural absorption of nutrients, vitamins and essential trace elements and can also lead to dehydration.
• Accordingly, it is important not to exceed the recommended amount of 10 to 30 milligrams a day.