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Mitochondrial
CoQ10
Also known as: Ubiquinol · Ubiquinone · Coenzyme Q10
Moderate Evidence156+ human studies
Essential for mitochondrial electron transport chain. Levels decline with age and are depleted by statins. Ubiquinol form has better absorption.
Mechanism of Action
Electron carrier in complexes I-III of the mitochondrial respiratory chain. Also a potent lipid-soluble antioxidant.
Dosage & Timing
Dose
100–300mg/day (ubiquinol preferred)
When to take
With a fatty meal
Stacks Well With
Evidence Scores
Evidence Quality
B0/100
Safety Profile
A+0/100
Popularity
A0/100