| Why is supplementation the best option? |
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| Is CoQ10 a dietary-essential? |
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CoQ10 is not considered a dietary essential because it is synthesized in our body. However, it could be called a “conditionally essential” nutrient because the endogenous production may not meet the requirements under certain conditions. Furthermore, the production of CoQ10 is known to slow down as we age, starting from the 20s. |
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| What are good sources of CoQ10? |
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| Animal-based products and in particular organ meats such as heart are relatively good sources of CoQ10. It is found in various foods such as beans, beef, eggs, fish (especially codfish, mackerel, salmon, sardines) and fish oil, spinach, whole grains and vegetable oils. These are also the best sources of Vitamin E, which synergistically enhances CoQ10’s effects. |
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| Is normal dietary-intake not sufficient? |
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The body makes CoQ10 from the amino acids – tyrosine and methionine. And CoQ10 is available from food sources too but we do not always consume enough of these foods. The average diet supplies only a small amount of CoQ10. It is estimated that a typical Western diet provides about 5 mg CoQ10 a day.
In reality, it is not likely that one can consume large quantities of any organ meat needed to obtain a reasonable amount of CoQ10. Also foods that we eat are more often processed, and provide little or no CoQ10.
Unfortunately the body’s ability to synthesize CoQ10 from food sources declines with age. So without supplementation, older individuals can develop low
CoQ10 status. By age 40, many of us can expect some level of CoQ10 inadequacy. Substantial research demonstrates a strong correlation between poor CoQ10 status.
CoQ10 supplements are therefore desirable and the Bio-enhanced formulation of QUNOL ensures adequate amounts of CoQ10 in a readily absorbable form.
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Can you manage all this and more everyday? |
CoQ10 supplementation makes much more sense. |
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