CoQ10 Is Vital
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A deficiency of coenzyme Q10 is most likely to first affect these same organs resulting in various diseases related to cardiac function, detoxification, and immunity. The most common symptom related to a deficiency of coenzyme Q10 is fatigue.
Supplementation with coenzyme Q10 has been shown to be beneficial in the treatment of congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathy, hypertension, arrythmias, gum inflammation, asthma, allergies, autoimmune diseases, candidiasis, leaky gut syndrome, and cancer.
Low levels of CoQ10 have been demonstrated in patients with numerous types of cancer. Supplementation with coenzyme Q10 can reduce tumor size and increase survival.
Coenzyme Q10 is also a terrific antioxidant. Thus, it can help reduce free radical damage throughout your body and can diminish the aging process.
Good food sources for this supplement include salmon, sardines, mackerel, nuts, broccoli and spinach. Your body can eventually also produce coenzyme Q10 from tyrosine and many vitamins and minerals.
Coenzyme Q10 levels can easily become diminished by various medications. Many of these medications are also used in autism treatments as well as for hypertension and hypercholesterolemia treatments. Supplementation with coenzyme Q10 is vital when you are taking any of these medications in order to protect your heart, liver, and immune system.
- antipsychotics
- selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
- tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)
- beta blockers
- alpha blockers
- diuretics
- cholesterol lowering agents (statins)
Most scientific studies suggest daily supplementation of at least 100 mg total of coenzyme Q10 for anyone over 100 pounds. You can use 60 mg daily for children around 50-75 pounds, and 30 mg daily for children around 25-40 pounds. These dosages may be taken once daily or may be spread throughout the day.
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