CoQ10 (coenzyme Q10) is an antioxidant that your body naturally produces. This coenzyme is used for growth and maintenance. Please note, though, that as you age, this enzyme naturally decreases.

Found in whole grains, meat and fish, the dietary sources aren't enough to significantly increase the levels in your body.

According to the Mayo Clinic, supplementing with CoQ10 has the following benefits derived from multiple research:

• Heart conditions. CoQ10 has been shown to improve symptoms of congestive heart failure and, although the research findings are mixed, CoQ10 might help reduce blood pressure. Importantly, there is also some research that suggests that when combined with other nutrients, CoQ10 might aid recovery in people who've had bypass and heart valve surgeries.
• Parkinson's disease. The early research is promising and suggests that high doses of CoQ10 might be beneficial for people in the early stages of this progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects movement. As always, you should work with your doctor.
• Statin-induced myopathy. Some other research suggests that CoQ10 might help ease the muscle weakness sometimes associated with taking statins (cholesterol medicines).
• Migraines. Other research suggests that CoQ10 may help to decrease the frequency of migraines.

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This supplement should be discussed with your doctor before taking if you're on blood thinners.

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