Co-Enzyme Q10 is concentrated in certain parts of the body where energy requirements are at their highest such as the brain, liver & heart. Levels natuarally decline with age, but its rapid depletion is a well known side effect for people taking choesterol lowering "statin medication", symptoms include general fatigue & muscle weakness. Benefits of Co-Q-10: Cardiovascular disease
- a 75% reduction in the body’s Co-Q-10 level leads to the heart ceasing to function therefore it is important to maintain adequate levels. Co-Q-10 also enhances the antioxidant activities of Vitamin E, helping to maintain healthy arteries. Blood Pressure
- healthy levels of Co-Q-10 are associated with a strong pumping action in the heart & less resistance to blood flow. Reducing the resistance to blood flow is associated with healthy blood pressure. Gum Disease
- diseased gum tissue contains very low levels of Co-Q-10. Trials have shown Co-Q-10 supplementation helps restore gum health by preventing the progress of gum disease & increasing the rate of gum healing. Weight Loss
- research has shown that some overweight people have low Co-Q-10 levels. Increasing the levels of Co-Q-10 increases the body’s metabolism & induces weight loss. Anti-Aging & Immune system
- studies with mice increased their lifespan by 50% with Co-Q-10 supplementation & extended the youthfulness of skin & gave the ability to ward off infection. During infection, the white blood cells are more active & mobile, so require more energy. Energy Booster
- Co-Q-10 has been shown to stimulate energy production in people feeling tired & run down. Statin Users
- the group of drugs collectively known as statins are well known to deplete levels of Co-Q-10 in the body & supplements are often recommended to rectify this situation. Natures Aid Co-Q-10 is a soft gel capsule with the active ingredient dissolved in oil. The combination of Co-Q-10 with oil has been shown in trials to be most effective.