How does CoQ-10 work?
Each cell in the body needs a source of energy to survive, so cells break down sugars, fats, and amino acids to make energy. Small enclosures within cells that make this energy are called mitochondria. CoQ-10 exists naturally in our mitochondria and carries electrons involved in energy metabolism. CoQ-10 is essential in the production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the basic energy molecule of each cell. In the bloodstream, CoQ-10 is mainly transported by lipoproteins such as LDL (low-density lipoprotein) and HDL (high-density lipoprotein). It is thought that CoQ-10 is one of the first antioxidants to be depleted when LDL is subjected to oxidation. Hence, CoQ-10 is an important nutrient that prevents the oxidation of lipoproteins, thus potentially reducing the risk of arteries from forming plaques and getting damaged. In healthy individuals, CoQ-10 is found in “high concentrations” in the heart, kidneys, and liver. Formulated for Maximum Absorption Home Contents Grandma’s Herbs Produ
