coenzyme Q10

Mitochondrial energy cofactor

Coenzyme Q10 is a compound naturally present in human cells, essential for producing cellular energy.

Often abbreviated CoQ10 or called ubiquinone, it functions in the mitochondria and acts as an antioxidant.

Widely sold as a dietary supplement, it's marketed for heart health, energy, and anti-aging: My doctor recommended CoQ10 for my cholesterol medication side effects.

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bioavailability · fat-soluble vitamins · NADH · redox reactions · cellular respiration · energy production · cellular energy · aging · glutathione · cardiovascular · muscle fatigue · skin health · energy · powerhouse · spark plug · vitality · regeneration · antioxidant

Categories
Opposites
biochemical function

coenzyme Q10cyanide

Toxic carbon-nitrogen compound

cellular effect

coenzyme Q10free radicals

Chemically reactive atomic fragments

hydrogen peroxide · superoxide · paraquat

supplement classification

coenzyme Q10vitamin C

Essential water-soluble antioxidant

vitamin E · B vitamins · essential nutrients

Family

coenzyme, coenzymes

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G