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Coenzyme Q10
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Mr.X
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Well, I have never used it, but I've read that it's been proven to cause the results it claims.
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) or ubiquinone is essentially a vitamin or vitamin-like substance. Disagreements on nomenclature notwithstanding, vitamins are defined as organic compounds essential in minute amounts for normal body function acting as coenzymes or precursors to coenzymes. They are present naturally in foods and sometimes are also synthesized in the body. CoQ10 likewise is found in small amounts in a wide variety of foods and is synthesized in all tissues. The biosynthesis of CoQ10 from the amino acid tyrosine is a multistage process requiring at least eight vitamins and several trace elements. Coenzymes are cofactors upon which the comparatively large and complex enzymes absolutely depend for their function. Coenzyme Q10 is the coenzyme for at least three mitochondrial enzymes (complexes I, II and III) as well as enzymes in other parts of the cell. Mitochondrial enzymes of the oxidative phosphorylation pathway are essential for the production of the high-energy phosphate, adenosine triphosphate (ATP), upon which all cellular functions depend. The electron and proton transfer functions of the quinone ring are of fundamental importance to all life forms; ubiquinone in the mitochondria of animals, plastoquinone in the chloroplast of plants, and menaquinone in bacteria. The term "bioenergetics" has been used to describe the field of biochemistry looking specifically at cellular energy production. In the related field of free radical chemistry, CoQ10 has been studied in its reduced form (Fig. 1) as a potent antioxidant. The bioenergetics and free radical chemistry of CoQ10 are reviewed in Gian Paolo Littarru's book, Energy and Defense, published in 1994(1).
Mr.X
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) or ubiquinone is essentially a vitamin or vitamin-like substance. Disagreements on nomenclature notwithstanding, vitamins are defined as organic compounds essential in minute amounts for normal body function acting as coenzymes or precursors to coenzymes. They are present naturally in foods and sometimes are also synthesized in the body. CoQ10 likewise is found in small amounts in a wide variety of foods and is synthesized in all tissues. The biosynthesis of CoQ10 from the amino acid tyrosine is a multistage process requiring at least eight vitamins and several trace elements. Coenzymes are cofactors upon which the comparatively large and complex enzymes absolutely depend for their function. Coenzyme Q10 is the coenzyme for at least three mitochondrial enzymes (complexes I, II and III) as well as enzymes in other parts of the cell. Mitochondrial enzymes of the oxidative phosphorylation pathway are essential for the production of the high-energy phosphate, adenosine triphosphate (ATP), upon which all cellular functions depend. The electron and proton transfer functions of the quinone ring are of fundamental importance to all life forms; ubiquinone in the mitochondria of animals, plastoquinone in the chloroplast of plants, and menaquinone in bacteria. The term "bioenergetics" has been used to describe the field of biochemistry looking specifically at cellular energy production. In the related field of free radical chemistry, CoQ10 has been studied in its reduced form (Fig. 1) as a potent antioxidant. The bioenergetics and free radical chemistry of CoQ10 are reviewed in Gian Paolo Littarru's book, Energy and Defense, published in 1994(1).
Mr.X
Whoa.....Thanks for your reply, ...I think!
Mr.X, in simple terms, I understand that it eventually assists the production of ATP, thereofre giving more energy so to speak.
Two questions:
1. Would it therefore be more beneficial to taking CoQ10 while taking creatine?
2. As I understand it, CoQ10 does not get used up or changed throughout the process, but acts as a carrier. SO what is the benefit of overloading you body with it?
Thanks
Mr.X, in simple terms, I understand that it eventually assists the production of ATP, thereofre giving more energy so to speak.
Two questions:
1. Would it therefore be more beneficial to taking CoQ10 while taking creatine?
2. As I understand it, CoQ10 does not get used up or changed throughout the process, but acts as a carrier. SO what is the benefit of overloading you body with it?
Thanks
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Mr.X
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RobGuns said:
1)I don't know...really I have not seen research to back it up
2)overloading CoQ10 will help the heart, basically increasing the volume of the heart muscle, i.e., (heart is a muscle) increasing the work-stability.
Mr.X
Here is a page w/information that may help you understand the usage and dosage of CoQ10. Hope it helps.
http://www.vitacost.com/science/nutrients/coenzymeq10.html
http://www.vitacost.com/science/nutrients/coenzymeq10.html
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riskybiz007
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i found out something new in my research on CoQ10 and i read that it can actually be used to aid in fat loss. But doses were really high and that's going to be really expensive. Better just do the damn cardio lol.
Personally i only use this stuff when i feel like i'm coming down w/ a cold. This stuff is a powerful antioxidant and kicks your colds ass goodbye. Great stuff, just a bit expensive.
Also use the gelcaps, they're more effective than capsules and tablets.
Personally i only use this stuff when i feel like i'm coming down w/ a cold. This stuff is a powerful antioxidant and kicks your colds ass goodbye. Great stuff, just a bit expensive.
Also use the gelcaps, they're more effective than capsules and tablets.
