Coenzyme Q10 is found in all the cells of our body and is an essential element in human energy metabolism. It is present in the mitochondria, parts of the cells that serve as centers for energy production and its use in metabolic processes. It participates in the synthesis of adenosine triphosphate (ATP)—a compound that stores and transports energy within cells.
Coenzyme Q10 is one of the most commonly used supplements worldwide. Numerous studies have shown the positive effects of coenzyme Q10 supplementation for overall health improvement. The highest concentrations of this coenzyme are reached around the age of 20, and then, with aging, the amount of coenzyme Q10 declines. Over the years, the body loses the ability to synthesize coenzyme Q10, which is why it is important to supplement it through diet and supplementation. In individuals aged 40, coenzyme Q10 concentration is reduced by about 30%, and in individuals older than 60, it is reduced by as much as 80% compared to those aged 20. Coenzyme Q10 is very important for the proper functioning of the cardiovascular system. It is necessary for the normal functioning of the heart and the health of blood vessels. Since the 1960s, coenzyme Q10 has been used in Japan for treating heart conditions in individuals who show a deficiency of it. There are at least a dozen experimental studies that demonstrate the beneficial effects of coenzyme Q10 on the heart muscle. Research indicates a positive effect of coenzyme Q10 on lowering blood triglycerides and reducing high blood pressure. In the prevention of LDL cholesterol oxidation, coenzyme Q10 is considered more effective than vitamin E.