I take CoQ10 daily. Adding CoQ10 in therapeutic doses to some clients regimen seems to help the ‘turning point’. Lots of evidence supports its use for heart and/or circulation problems. CoQ10 has shown promise in the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis, migraine headaches, and others. So what is this magic substance?
CoQ10, also known as Ubiquinone, so named because it is ubiquitous in our cells, is a fat soluble (meaning found in fat, absorbed in fat, and utilized in fat metabolism) “nutrient” that is a catalyst for the production of energy from the mitochondria. Mitochondria produce energy we need to carry out our lives. CoQ10 seems to be the prime catalyst or stimulant to this mitochondrial production of energy and probably its rate-limiting step. Therefore it affects all health processes because one cannot heal, white blood cells cannot migrate to the site of the infection or tumor, and circulation cannot flow properly without adequate energy being generated by our cells. This is the role of CoQ10.
CoQ10 is called an anti-oxidant. If you are on statin drugs, you need to take COQ10…period. Lipitor, Zocor, etc. deplete the body of its CoQ10 stores, probably because being a toxin, it shifts the energy needs of the body in the direction of detoxing the drug, leaving the patient exposed to fatigue, congestive heart failure, and a host of neurological illnesses.
I think at least 200 mg per day in circulatory disorders and cancer and up to 2400 mg per day in neurological illnesses is reasonable.
Coenzyme Q10 affects expression of genes involved in cell signalling, metabolism and transport in human CaCo-2 cells. Groneberg DA, Kindermann B, Althammer M, Klapper M, Vormann J, Littarru GP, Doring F. Biomedical Research Institute, Otto-Heubner-Centre, Charite School of Medicine, Free University and Humboldt-University, D-13353 Berlin, Germany. Int J Biochem Cell Biol. 2005 Jun;37(6):1208-18. Epub 2005 Jan 19.
Abstract: Coenzyme Q10 is an essential cofactor in the electron transport chain and serves as an important antioxidant in both mitochondria and lipid membranes. These findings indicate a prominent role of CoQ10 as a potent gene regulator. The presently identified comprehensive list of genes regulated by CoQ10 may be used for further studies to identify the molecular mechanism of CoQ10 on gene expression. PMID: 15778085
Antioxidant treatment of patients with Friedreich ataxia: four-year follow-up. Hart PE, Lodi R, Rajagopalan B, Bradley JL, Crilley JG, Turner C, Blamire AM, Manners D, Styles P, Schapira AH, Cooper JM. University Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Royal Free and University College Medical School, London, England. Arch Neurol. 2005 Apr;62(4):621-6.
Abstract: This study is intended to evaluate the long-term efficacy of a combined antioxidant and mitochondrial enhancement therapy on the bioenergetics and clinical course of FRDA. Publication Types: Clinical Trial PMID: 15824263
Role of mitochondria in neuronal cell death induced by oxidative stress; neuroprotection by Coenzyme Q10. Somayajulu M, McCarthy S, Hung M, Sikorska M, Borowy-Borowski H, Pandey S. Department of Biochemistry and Chemistry, 277-1 Essex Hall, University of Windsor, 401 Sunset Avenue, Windsor, ON, Canada N9B 3P4. Neurobiol Dis. 2005 Apr;18(3):618-27.
Abstract: Our study suggests that water-soluble Coenzyme Q10 acts by stabilizing the mitochondrial membrane when neuronal cells are subjected to oxidative stress. Therefore, Coenzyme Q10 has the potential to be used as a therapeutic intervention for neurodegenerative diseases. PMID: 15755687
Efficacy of coenzyme Q10 in migraine prophylaxis: a randomized controlled trial. Sandor PS, Di Clemente L, Coppola G, Saenger U, Fumal A, Magis D, Seidel L, Agosti RM, Schoenen J. Headache and Pain Unit, Neurology Department, University Hospital Zurich, Frauenklinikstrasse 26, 8091 Zurich, Switzerland. Neurology. 2005 Feb 22;64(4):713-5
Abstract: We compared CoQ10 (3 x 100 mg/day) and placebo in 42 migraine patients in a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial. CoQ10 was superior to placebo for attack-frequency, headache-days and days-with-nausea in the third treatment month and well tolerated; CoQ10 is efficacious and well tolerated. PMID: 15728298
Bovine cartilage, coenzyme Q10, and wheat grass therapy for primary peritoneal cancer. Forgionne GA. University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Catonsville, MD 21250, USA. J Altern Complement Med. 2005 Feb;11(1):161-5.
Abstract: The accepted postsurgical first-line therapy for primary peritoneal cancer has been a regime of chemotherapy. This paper reports the case of an 89-year-old female who refused chemotherapy but accepted a nutritional alternative. Results after more than 4 years of the nutritional regime have been encouraging with regards to objective and subjective measures. Publication Types: Case Reports PMID: 15750376
Integrated treatment approach improves cognitive function in demented and clinically depressed patients. Bragin V, Chemodanova M, Dzhafarova N, Bragin I, Czerniawski JL, Aliev G. Stress Relief and Memory Training Center, Brooklyn, New York, USA. Am J Alzheimers Dis Other Demen. 2005 Jan-Feb;20(1):21-6.
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of an integrative treatment approach on cognitive performance. PMID: 15751450 [Coenzyme Q10: biochemistry, pathophysiology of its deficiency and potential benefit of an increased intake] [Article in French] Malchair P, Van Overmeire L, Boland A, Salmon E, Pierard L, Seutin V. Service de Pharmacologie et CNCM, Universite de Liege. Rev Med Liege. 2005 Jan;60(1):45-51.
Abstract: After a brief reminding of the synthesis and function of coenzyme Q10, this article tries to summarise the current state of knowledge about the consequences of its deficiency and about the potential benefits of an increased intake of this coenzyme. We then describe the arguments in favour of such an increase in cardiac diseases and in Parkinson’s disease. PMID: 15771317
Paraquat induces oxidative stress and neuronal cell death; neuroprotection by water-soluble Coenzyme Q10. McCarthy S, Somayajulu M, Sikorska M, Borowy-Borowski H, Pandey S. Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Windsor, Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol. 2004 Nov 15;201(1):21-31.
Abstract: Neuronal cell death induced by oxidative stress is correlated with numerous neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease (AD), Parkinson’s disease (PD), and stroke. Pretreatment with CoQ10 was able to inhibit ROS generation from isolated mitochondria as well as the collapse of mitochondrial membrane potential. Our results indicate that water-soluble CoQ10 can prevent oxidative stress and neuronal damage induced by paraquat and therefore, can be used for the prevention and therapy of neurodegenerative diseases caused by environmental toxins. PMID: 15519605
Pilot trial of high dosages of coenzyme Q10 in patients with Parkinson’s disease. Shults CW, Flint Beal M, Song D, Fontaine D. Department of Neurosciences, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla 92093-0662, USA. Exp Neurol. 2004 Aug;188(2):491-4.
Abstract: The safety and tolerability of high dosages of coenzyme Q10 were studied in 17 patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD) in an open label study. Publication Types: Clinical Trial; Clinical Trial, Phase II PMID: 15246848 Coenzyme Q10 in patients with end-stage heart failure awaiting cardiac transplantation: a randomized, placebo-controlled study. Berman M, Erman A, Ben-Gal T, Dvir D, Georghiou GP, Stamler A, Vered Y, Vidne BA, Aravot D. Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Heart-Lung Transplant Unit, Rabin Medical Center, Beilinson Campus, Potah Tikva, Israel. Clin Cardiol. 2004 May;27(5):295-9.
Abstract: The purpose of the present double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized study was to assess the effect of CoQ10 on patients with end-stage heart failure and to determine if CoQ10 can improve the pharmacological bridge to heart transplantation. The administration of CoQ10 to heart transplant candidates led to a significant improvement in functional status, clinical symptoms, and quality of life. Publication Types: Clinical Trial, Randomized Controlled Trial PMID: 15188947
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By DrTucker
29 Oct, 2010
Healthy Aging, Nutrition
cardiovascular health, CNS function, CoQ10, CoQ10 CF, gums, healthy gums, immine system, immune function, neuromuscualr health, ubiquinone, www.DrJeffreyTucker.com, www.Xymogen.com
It’s very helpful for energy and the immune system
These benifits of taking Coenzyme Q10 – increased energy, improved metabolism, weight loss, cell protection, neuological health, and better cardiovascular health – are well established.
Most people over 50 have a hard time converting CoQ10 into its usable form. The lion’s share of the valuable CoQ10 enzyme disappears – making it impossible to give your cells the protection and nourishment they need.
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The outer caplet is a soft gel encasing a precisely measured dosage of 50 mg – my daily recommended requirements – of liquid ubiquinol CoQ10.
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CoQmax CF contains CoQ10 that helps increase energy … improve metabolic function, cell protection, better cardiovascular health and weight loss.
Heart health … according to the Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology, a number of clinical studies have found CoQ10 promotes cardiovascular health.
Blood sugar … an Australian study showed that patients who took CoQ10 were able to maintain blood sugar levels that are already within the normal range.
Vision … in a recent clinical trial, taking CoQ10 for a year helped them see more clearly.
Cognition … an animal study performed at Johns Hopkins University found that CoQ10 supplementation improves learning and memory.
Gum health … CoQ10 can improve gum and oral health.
Clear-headed comfort … in one study, more than 6 out of 10 patients treated with CoQ10 daily reported feeling more clear-headed comfort.
Oxidative stress … CoQmax CF is a powerful antioxidant, eliminating the free radicals that can cause damage to cell membranes and mitochondria.
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Along with my multivitamins, minerals, and fish oils, CoQ10 is another supplement I take every day. CoQ10 has valid research that it is a powerful cancer fighter. Researchers in Tokyo gave rats a carcinogen that promotes colon cancer. The rats were divided into three groups. One group was fed a regular diet. The second group got a low dose of CoQ10. The third got a medium dose.
Both of the groups that received CoQ10 had reductions in abnormal crypts (an early sign of colon cancer) of up to 77%. Ultimately, the results of this study suggested that CoQ10 held cancer in check even when exposed to this carcinogen.
Researchers in Denmark studied a group of breast cancer patients. They gave them CoQ10 plus a combination of other antioxidants and essential fatty acids. The result? The entire group had a partial remission of the cancer. But here’s where things get very interesting…Two of the patients received larger doses of CoQ10 (390 mg). Their tumors disappeared. Here’s what the researchers said regarding one of the patients: “After three months, the patient was in excellent clinical condition and there was no residual tumor tissue.”
Remarkable isn’t it?
Another study done at the University of Texas at Austin documented 10 cases of cancer patients who unexpectedly survived when treated with CoQ10. It works by blocking the free radicals that can ultimately damage the DNA in your cells. It also helps re-energize the immune system cells that get suppressed by cancer. It restores their ability to fight back and attack the cancer cells.
The only natural source of CoQ10 is red meat, especially organ meat. But today’s commercially-raised, grain-fed beef is a poor source. Even worse, many popular drugs — especially cholesterol-lowering drugs like statins — cause your levels of CoQ10 to plunge.
I recommend getting 50-100 mg of the CoQ10 daily. I use Nanocell Q by Metagenics. Order @ www.DrJeffreyTucker.meta-ehealth.com
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By DrTucker
19 Jul, 2010
Blog, Healthy Aging, Nutrition
cardiovascular health, cell energy, coenzyme Q 10, CoQ10, Heart Health, lipitor, mevacor, mitochrondria, statin, statin medication, www.DrJeffreyTucker.com, www.DrJeffreyTucker.meta-ehealth.com
I was teaching a rehab course this past weekend and all but two or three doctors out of a group of sixty did not know the many health benefits of taking Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10). They did not know that if a patient is on a statin medication, they are at risk of being deficient and having lowered CoQ10. CoQ10 is responsible for neurological health, increased energy, improved metabolism, weight loss, cell protection, and better cardiovascular health.1-4
Heart health … according to the Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology, a number of clinical studies have found CoQ10 promotes cardiovascular health.5
Blood sugar … an Australian study showed that patients who took CoQ10 were able to maintain blood sugar levels that are already within the normal range.6
Vision …taking CoQ10 for a year helped one study group see more clearly.7
Cognition … an animal study performed at Johns Hopkins University found that CoQ10 supplementation improves learning and memory.7
Bronchial Health … researchers in Texas found CoQ10 promotes bronchial health.7
Gum health … CoQ10 can improve gum and oral health.7
Clear-headed comfort … in one study, more than 6 out of 10 patients treated with CoQ10 daily reported feeling more clear-headed comfort.7
Oxidative stress … CoQ10 is a powerful antioxidant, eliminating the free radicals that can cause damage to cell membranes and mitochondria.3
Skin care … a German study shows that CoQ10 can help reduce wrinkles and protect skin from the damaging effects of too much exposure to sunlight.8
Comments: I recommend NanoCell-Q by Metagenics. It is highly absorbable and comes in a delicious, natural orange flavor liguid.
1″CoQ10 Health Benefits” September 1, 2008. http://tinyurl.com/5qjq6
2Hemmi N. Bhagava and Raj K. Chopra. Plasma coenzyme Q10 response to oral ingestion of coenzyme Q10 formulations. Mitochondrion. Volume 7, Supplement 1, June 2007, Pages S78-S88
3William Fallon. “Has Your CoQ10 Become Obsolete?” January 2007. Life Extensions Magazine.
4Super Ubiquinol CoQ10. September1, 2008. http://www.lef.org/Vitamins-Supplements/Item01226/Super-Ubiquinol-CoQ10-100-mg-60-softgels.html
5http://www.cardiovascularpharm.com/pt/re/jcardiopharm/abstract.00005344-199701000-0003.htm;jsessionid=LtLGbKwm1nC2HGTJJjKQ11qGYTt5n9Ds9p2gg9Q2Bv8qnkLdngY2!2126095447!181195629!8091!-1
6Hodgson JM, Watts GF, Playford DA, Burke V, Croft KD. Coenzyme Q10 improves blood pressure and glycaemic control in a controlled trial in subjects with type 2 diabetes. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2002 Nov;56(11):1137-42.
7http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/layout/set/print/content/view/print/151477
8http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10416055
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By DrTucker
25 May, 2010
Blog, Nutrition, Treatment
acacia extract, CoQ10, Dr. Jeffrey Tucker, EPA-DHA Extra Strength, High Blood Pressure, isoflavones, metabolic syndrome, metagenics, Nano Cell Q10, omega-3 fatty acids, plant sterols, reduced iso-alpha acids, RIAA, soy protein, UltraMeal Plus 360, UltraMeal® Plus 360
Cutting down on sugar-sweetened soft drinks was associated with a drop in blood pressure, researchers found. In a cohort of U.S. adults, those who reduced daily intake of the beverages saw a significant drop in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
full story http://www.medpagetoday.com/Cardiology/Hypertension/tb/20264
Many clients with High Blood Pressure are helped by eating a low-glycemic-index dietary food plan and exercise program while incorporating medical foods and nutritional supplements. A low glycemic diet is more effective than a low fat diet in treating obesity, insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, cardiovascular disease and type-2 diabetes.
The specific medical food I use is called UltraMeal® Plus 360 — 2 scoops twice daily
UltraMeal Plus 360 is a medical food formulated to provide specialized, multi-mechanistic
nutritional support for patients with metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease by supplying a combination of acacia extract, reduced iso-alpha acids (RIAA), plant sterols, and heart-healthy soy protein and isoflavones.
EPA-DHA Extra Strength® — 2 to 4 softgels twice daily. This is a concentrated and stabilized purity-certified, Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Nano Cell Q10— 1-2 tablespoons daily. Nano Cell Q10 is all natural coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) manufactured to achieve exquisite quality, purity, and bioavailability. COQ10 depletion is well documented in animal and human studies with detrimental cardiac consequences in both animal models and human trials. Deficiency is also implicated in increased incidence of cataracts, neoplasia, peripheral neuropathies, and some psychiatric disturbances.
ORDER these products by clicking on the Metagenics link
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