Co-enzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a vital component of every cell in the body – to provide cells with the energy to fire up and burn.

It makes sense that cells with the greatest energy requirement also have the largest need for CoQ10 – and suffer most when there is a lack of it. The heart, immune system and liver are made up of highly energy-dependent tissues that require good levels of CoQ10 to function efficiently, so this amazing little enzyme is great for supporting heart health and fatigue disorders. 

The heart works at an astounding rate of about 75 beats per minute, and also pumps around 5 litres of blood through our body every minute too (phew!). If our heart doesn’t work efficiently, then the rest of our body can be affected.

The heart needs CoQ10, and high concentrations of it are normally found in a healthy heart. However, when a deficiency exists, cardiovascular problems, fatigue and muscle weakness can occur.
As CoQ10 is fat-soluble, it is best taken in an oil-base (eg, fish oil) for maximum absorption and utilisation.

Today, both natural health practitioners and medical doctors recognise the importance of CoQ10 and recommend it to patients for various reasons such as:

Supporting cardiovascular healthFor energy and vitality (especially athletes)To offset possible depletion of CoQ10 levels from cholesterol-lowering medications and
beta blockersFor antioxidant protection and to address depletion due to aging, illness and unhealthy lifestyles.
Good Health’s extra strength Opti CoQ10™ contains coenzyme Q10 blended with omega 3 fish oil. The fish oil not only increases the absorption of the coenzyme, but also provides omega 3 essential fatty acids EPA and DHA for added cardiovascular and joint health support.

DID YOU KNOW?
Statins affect the body's ability to produce CoQ10, so it is recommended that CoQ10 supplements be taken when on statins.