Before we even start, let me explain what exactly CoQ10 is. Going into too much detail will only confuse you, I will try to keep the descriptions as simple as possible (not going to be easy but bear with me), because you have to understand its meaning and purpose so that you actually know what you're taking and what it does in your body.
What is Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone) – also known as Vitamin Q10 or CoQ10
Enzyme is proteins produced by the body.
The ‘Co’ refers to an organic nonprotein molecule that coexists to support the function of the protein above.
The ‘Q’ refers to Quinone; a class of compounds that aid in bone formation, blood clotting and more.
The ‘10’ refers to the 10 chemicals that make up the Quinone structure mentioned above.
CoQ10 is naturally synthesized by our bodies. It’s a key player in energy as it helps your ‘cellular power plants’ (Mitochondria) function. It aids it by supplying “Adenosine-5'-triphosphate” or ATP which is used as energy. It uses oxygen to generate energy from carbohydrates. This process is called ‘Oxidative Metabolism’.CoQ10 is a natural antioxidant, protecting your cells from reactive chemicals that can damage DNA. Your levels are a good indication of your overall antioxidant levels. Lower levels mean you're not very well protected.
Some crucial benefits include: preventative measure for cardiovascular disease & heart toxicity and a boost for your immune system. These benefits can prevent cancer, and CoQ10 has been used by medical professionals (in conjunction with other meds) as therapy for cancer patients. It’s been proven to aid in preventing cancer growth. Even heart transplant patients are given CoQ10. So you see, this is nothing to shake a stick at.
It’s abundant in your heart, pancreas, kidneys and liver, but it’s present in most tissue. However, as you age, your levels decline. Your body simply slows production down drastically. You want your CoQ10 levels to be in the upper range. Over 3.0 µg /mL. Quest Diagnostics range is 0.30-3.84, and not too many people over 30 years of age are in the upper range.
Now you understand how important CoQ10 is. It would be silly not to supplement with it. My endocrinologist recommended this for me during my first visit with her. After tons of research on the compound, I found that many endo’s recommend this. For good reason as we saw above.
If it’s so great, why switch to UBQH (ubiquinol)?
If you're a young fella in your 20’s or early 30’s, you probably produce enough CoQ10, so basic CoQ10 supplementation is plenty. However, as you get older, your ability to produce it diminishes, and the most important conversion to ubiquinol (where all the benefit comes from) is hindered tremendously. You simply can't metabolize CoQ10 sufficiently.
Furthermore; my research indicates that up to 40% of humans do not convert CoQ10 to the reduced form due to genetic make-up. That’s a lot of people! UBQH is a patented formula that contains an already converted compound. You're taking ubiquinol directly and your body utilizes it immediately.
When searching for it, you'll notice only one manufacturer makes UBQH. That’s Premier Science Integrative Therapeutics. If you see it from a different manufacturer, it’s NOT the real deal. This brand was the one that was studied and concluded all the benefits.
UBQH is actually absorbed up to 8 times higher than CoQ10 when taken orally. That’s a massive difference and you'll see it in your serum levels.
Scientific Research
Originally Posted by integrativeinc.com
Hormonal Influence on Coenzyme Q10 Levels in Blood Plasma:
Abstract:
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), also known as ubiquinone for its presence in all body cells, is an essential part of the cell energy-producing system. However, it is also a powerful lipophilic antioxidant protecting lipoproteins and cell membranes. Due to these two actions, CoQ10 is commonly used in clinical practice in chronic heart failure, male infertility, and neurodegenerative disease. However, it is also taken as an anti-aging substance by healthy people aiming for long-term neuroprotection and by sportsmen to improve endurance. Many hormones are known to be involved in body energy regulation, in terms of production, consumption and dissipation, and their influence on CoQ10 body content or blood values may represent an important pathophysiological mechanism. We summarize the main findings of the literature about the link between hormonal systems and circulating CoQ10 levels. In particular the role of thyroid hormones, directly involved in the regulation of energy homeostasis, is discussed. There is also a link with gonadal and adrenal hormones, partially due to the common biosynthetic pathway with CoQ10, but also to the increased oxidative stress found in hypogonadism and hypoadrenalism.
Conclusions:
Antioxidant systems represent a key defense mechanism in our body and an unbalance of these systems can underly a wide spectrum of human disease. The reported experimental data show that systemic hormones can affect their levels, both in physiological and pathological conditions. However CoQ10 can be affected by different mechanisms; its low levels in plasma, in fact, can be due to accelerated metabolism and/or consumption, such as in hyperthyroidism and acromegaly, or a reduced synthesis, such as in hypoadrenalism and hypogonadism.
All pituitary hormones and the dependent glands (thyroid, adrenal, gonads) are involved, even if an unequivocal picture is far from being designed. However, it seems clear that in all the considered conditions, the effect of thyroid hormones is predominant on other hormones in influencing CoQ10 plasma levels. Even though more controlled studies are needed, the clinical usefulness of CoQ10 determination for a diagnosis refinement, or CoQ10 oral supplementation as a support to the specific endocrine therapy, has already been demonstrated in many cases.
> The source for the abstract above is an incredible read: Click here to view.
Let’s sum up some benefits of UBQH and its anti-aging effects :
1. Direct benefit as no conversion is needed by the body.
2. Highly absorbable/most bioavailable form.
3. Has the serum impact of up to 162% more than CoQ10.
4. Increased left ventricle function.
5. Better Blood flow.
6. Powerful Antioxidant.
7. Boosts your immune system.
8. Increases sperm count.
9. Aids in treatment of Gum disease.
10. Protects stomach lining.
11. Lowers blood pressure.
12. Protects Vitamin E. (finally something to protect E since it protects everything else!)
13. Aids in sugar stabilization.
14. Provides liver and kidney support.
15. Keeps a healthy heart: clogged arteries, angina, arrhythmia, etc…
How to dose UBQH:
As I mentioned I recommend this for folks over 30 years of age and especially for folks over 40.
100mg of UBQH once daily. Take with dietary fats. (adjust if needed after testing levels, no more than 600mg daily)
I recommend that you have your levels checked next time you get blood work, and evaluate from there should you need to adjust your dose. You only need Coenzyme Q10, Total.
Stay powerful.
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