| The nutrient Coenzyme
Q10 is found in every cell in the body, thus its other name, ubiquinone
(from the word ubiquitous and the coenzyme quinone). Ubiquinone is a
naturally-occurring substance with a molecular structure that is similar to
vitamin K. Because the body must have energy available to perform even the
simplest operation, Coenzyme Q10 is considered essential for the body's cells,
tissues and organs. Even though the body has the ability to produce Coenzyme
Q10, deficiencies have been reported in a range of clinical conditions.
Known results of using Coenzyme Q10 as an oral supplement are
energy increase, improvement of heart function, prevention and cure of
gum disease, a boost to the immune system and possible life
extension. AIDS is a primary target for research on coenzyme Q10 because
of its immense benefits to the immune system.
The greatest amount of the coenzyme (and, therefore, the greatest need for the
enzyme) is contained in the heart and liver, which accounts for its positive
results in the treatment of cardiovascular disease, angina pectoris, coronary
disease, congestive heart failure, cardiomyopathy, hyperthyroid heart failure,
mitral valve prolapse and hypertension.
Coenzyme Q10 may prove of benefit to those who are overweight because it
improves the efficiency of energy production at the cellular level. It has also
demonstrated excellent results in clinical trials on periodontal disease
by speeding up healing time, reducing gum pockets, and improving other factors
associated with gum disease.
Coenzyme Q10 is also known as:
COQ10, Co-Q10, Ubiquinone
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