Coenzyme Q-10, or CoQ10 for short, is a powerful antioxidant found in humans and many other organisms. Unlike many other antioxidants, the benefits of CoQ10 don’t stop at fighting free radicals. CoQ10 also plays a vital role in transporting energy to organs and tissue at the molecular level.
CoQ10 is made by the body and is used in your cell’s energy factory, the mitochondria. Mitochondria take the foods you eat and turns them into energy for your cells to use. CoQ10 plays an essential role when it comes to mitochondrial function (all while providing protection against free radical damage).
Your body’s CoQ10 production can also be disrupted by factors such as age, the medications you take, and genetic disorders. Having a low CoQ10 commonly causes problems such as muscle pain and fatigue and can make serious existing issues, like a heart condition, worse