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.

Dose

100–300mg/day (ubiquinol preferred)

When to take

With a fatty meal

Moderate

Goals