Q10 (CoQ10) is an element found wherever there is life and is distributed throughout the body. CoQ10 is essential for every bodily process and is used by every cell. Along with producing energy, CoQ10 can also help:
- Alleviate muscle pain
- Aid heart health
- Maintain healthy blood pressure
- Protect against free radical damage
Some indications of low CoQ10 levels include: As we age, CoQ10 levels begin to decline. Also, if we are taking certain beta-blockers, anti-depressants and/or statin drugs to reduce cholesterol, CoQ10 replacement will be essential as these medications can deplete CoQ10.
- Aging prematurely
- Cancer
- Fatigue
- Heart attacks
- Memory loss
- Migraine headaches
- Neurological disorders
While most people can benefit from taking supplemental CoQ10, especially in the readily absorbable form of ubiquinol, it is wise to advise your health care professional or pharmacist as CoQ10 should not be taken with certain medications.
If CoQ10 is a good option for you, drinking some grapefruit juice when taking CoQ10 can help increase the absorption rate.
LOOK FOR THIS LABEL
The Non-GMP Project Verified label lets consumers know that they are purchasing food items that are not genetically altered, which involves splicing seeds with diverse DNA in order to render the food insect resistant. Eating foods that are genetically altered subjects the consumer to unhealthy levels of chemicals like Bt-toxin. Avoiding GMO foods is a smart choice for the health of our bodies and our environment.
GIVE ME FIVE
Five foods providing natural sunscreen:
- Dark chocolate
- Green tea
- Sweet potatoes
- Tomatoes
- Walnuts
