What is co-enzyme Q10, and does it really help the heart?
Co-enzyme Q10 is a natural chemical compound found in body cells, which aids metabolism and heart functioning. Supplements of Q10 are used therapeutically in cardiac patients to increase the amount of oxygen in the body and relax the arteries of the heart, facilitating blood flow. The compound also boosts the immune system and decreases inflammation, a factor in most heart conditions. Studies abroad have found that Q10 also helps alleviate angina. But, since its still unclear how much of an effect this supplement has on the heart, your mother should tell her physician how much Q10 she has been taking and make sure that her condition is still being monitored.
