Hello everyone, welcome to the Jembon Health Channel. I’m Jembon. Today, let’s talk about Coenzyme Q10, a very important nutrient for our body.
So, what is Coenzyme Q10? Coenzyme Q10 is a vitamin-like substance, discovered in 1957 by the chemist Fedric Crane in the heart of a cow. It plays a key role in energy production in our cells. Organs like the heart, lungs, liver, and kidneys, which require a lot of energy to maintain their normal functions, thus store a significant amount of Coenzyme Q10.
What are the main functions of Coenzyme Q10? Firstly, it’s an important component in our body’s energy production. There’s a structure called mitochondria in the cells, which acts like a power plant, and Coenzyme Q10 functions there to help produce the energy molecule ATP. As we age, our cells, including cell membranes, mitochondria, and ATP, gradually get damaged, and this is the process of aging. Coenzyme Q10 helps capture and neutralize oxygen free radicals, slowing down cellular aging and damage, which is its anti-aging and antioxidant effect.
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Moreover, for those taking cholesterol-lowering drugs, these medications can affect the body’s production and absorption of Coenzyme Q10, leading to a decline in bodily functions. Supplementing with Coenzyme Q10 becomes particularly important. These drugs can cause feelings of fatigue and even make one look older, due to the lack of Coenzyme Q10. Therefore, if you are taking cholesterol-lowering medications, supplementing with Coenzyme Q10 can help slow down this rapid aging process.
For people with malnutrition, they often lack Coenzyme Q10 first. This malnutrition can manifest as poor absorption, where even sufficient food intake does not provide the necessary nutrients. In such cases, supplementing with Coenzyme Q10 can improve nutrient absorption and overall health.
Additionally, as we age, the body’s ability to synthesize Coenzyme Q10 declines. Around the age of 40, the body hardly produces Coenzyme Q10 on its own, and this becomes more apparent by the age of 65. Thus, for the elderly, supplementing with Coenzyme Q10 is particularly important to maintain the normal function of organs and delay aging.
Coenzyme Q10 also has a significant improvement effect on certain diseases, especially cardiovascular diseases. It can prevent arterial wall hardening, reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, and help soften the arteries. For patients with heart and vascular diseases, supplementing with Coenzyme Q10 is particularly beneficial.
Furthermore, Coenzyme Q10 can effectively improve symptoms of fatigue. As cells age, the content of ATP decreases, and supplementing with Coenzyme Q10 can help restore the energy of ATP, relieving fatigue. For those who often feel tired, supplementing with Coenzyme Q10 is a good choice.
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For diabetic patients, Coenzyme Q10 is equally important. It helps control blood sugar levels, maintain liver function, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, helping to cope with chronic low-grade inflammation, which is particularly beneficial for diabetic patients. Chronic low-grade inflammation is common in people who consume excessive sugar or have diabetes, and Coenzyme Q10 can help alleviate this inflammation, improving overall health.
Coenzyme Q10 also plays an important role in preventing heart failure. Studies have shown that it can significantly reduce the mortality rate from heart failure. For organs like the heart that need a lot of energy to maintain normal functions, supplementing with Co
enzyme Q10 is especially important.
Regarding how to supplement Coenzyme Q10, it’s recommended to take 100 milligrams daily. For people over 60, consider increasing the dose to 200 milligrams. Initially, it’s advisable to start with a lower dose and gradually increase it, allowing the body to adapt. Since Coenzyme Q10 is fat-soluble, it’s recommended to take it after meals, paired with foods containing good fats, such as those cooked with coconut oil or flaxseed oil, to improve absorption.
Finally, a question was asked: Can pig liver be used as a substitute for Coenzyme Q10 supplements?
It’s quite challenging. Here’s why: typically, for example, beef liver contains about 2 to 6 milligrams of Coenzyme Q10 per 100 grams. Taking a median value, say 4 milligrams per 100 grams of beef liver, theoretically, you would need to consume about 2500 grams (2.5 kilograms) of beef liver to reach 100 milligrams of Coenzyme Q10. This is likely unachievable for most people. Excessive consumption of liver could also pose other health risks.
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In summary, Coenzyme Q10 is a very important nutrient for human health, especially for the elderly. Its supplementation can help maintain health, delay aging, and improve the quality of life.
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