What is Ubiquinol CoQ10 and Why Does it Matter?

How is Ubiquinol Produced?

To give our bodies a consistent supply of cellular energy, our cells convert nutrients to an energy-rich molecule called Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP).

Ubiquinol CoQ10 plays a critical role in producing cellular energy by creating ATP. That’s why large amounts of Ubiquinol can be found in your heart, brain, liver, kidneys, and other organs that require cellular energy to function properly. In fact, Ubiquinol is found in 95% of our cells!^{6 7 8 9 10}

Starting around the age of 40, it becomes more difficult for your body to turn conventional CoQ10 into Ubiquinol CoQ10. The process becomes less efficient, which is why so many “older” adults are now taking Ubiquinol, the more advanced form of CoQ10.

Benefits of Ubiquinol CoQ10

Ubiquinol CoQ10 is a vitamin-like substance that’s naturally made in our bodies and plays a critical role in the creation of cellular energy.  We make less of the heart-healthy nutrient starting around age 40

Both forms of CoQ10 have interested researchers for many years, but Ubiquinol CoQ10 has been commercially available in America for only 12 years. In that short time, more than 60 peer-reviewed clinical and research studies have been performed and over 1,800 scientific papers have been published regarding Ubiquinol CoQ10, and its health benefits.

This large and still growing amount of research has found that Ubiquinol CoQ10:

• Supports optimal heart health^{11 12 13}
• Supports natural cellular energy production¹⁴
• Helps prevent damage in the body caused by oxidative stress¹⁵
• Replenishes CoQ10 blood levels depleted by statin cholesterol medicines^{16 17}

In addition to these benefits, researchers from around the world are busy studying the role Ubiquinol CoQ10 may play in mitochondrial function, brain health, vision health and bone metabolism, among other areas.  Learn more about the benefits of Ubiquinol in the video below:

Why take Ubiquinol CoQ10

When comparing Ubiquinol to conventional CoQ10, the published studies to date indicate that Ubiquinol CoQ10 is better absorbed by the body.^{18 19 20} The amount your body absorbs will vary based on your age and overall health, but studies have consistently shown Ubiquinol to be the easiest form of CoQ10 for your body to use.

Turning conventional CoQ10 into Ubiquinol becomes harder and less efficient as we age, which is why many experts encourage “older” adults who take a CoQ10 supplement to choose Ubiquinol.

Did you know? Ubiquinol is also a strong antioxidant that helps neutralize free radicals that may otherwise damage healthy cells in the body.²¹
Watch this video to find out more!