Coenzyme Q10

Brittany Sood, Preeti Patel, Michael Keenaghan, Brittany Sood, Preeti Patel, Michael Keenaghan

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Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), also known as ubiquinone, is a fat-soluble, vitamin-like molecule naturally present in every cellular membrane within our bodies. This enzyme is a regular component of our diet, although it is also synthesized endogenously. CoQ10 is crucial for efficiently transferring electrons within the mitochondrial oxidative respiratory chain and producing adenosine triphosphate (ATP). CoQ10 can potentially increase the production of vital antioxidants, such as superoxide dismutase, an enzyme that effectively mitigates vascular oxidative stress in individuals with hypertension. In addition, CoQ10 lowers lipid peroxidation levels by diminishing pro-oxidative compounds. Furthermore, CoQ10 can improve blood flow and safeguard blood vessels by preserving nitric oxide. Although CoQ10 lacks approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating any medical condition, it is readily accessible as an over-the-counter dietary supplement and is often recommended by both primary care clinicians and specialists.

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Disclosure: Brittany Sood declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Preeti Patel declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Michael Keenaghan declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

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