Coenzyme q10 is a vitamin-like chemical that is found in practically all the cells in our body, especially in the heart. It has antioxidant properties and the body uses it the generate atp, a storage form of energy.---------------studies show that taking coq10 supplements -----
1. Provide significant health benefits for the heart and blood vessels, especially for those who have one or more risk factors (e. G. Diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol).----------------
2. Increases the levels of the" good cholesterol" (hdl) but it had no affect on the" bad cholesterol (ldl)-----------------
3. Increase sperm count and motility.--it is believed that a higher concentration of coq10 in the semen may improve sperm function, leading to increased fertility.--------------
4. Protect the eye tissues from oxidative damage that leads to the development of cataracts.-------------
5. Few studies showed that taking coq10 supplements along with other antioxidants (vitamin c, selenium, folic acid and beta-carotene) resulted in a 40% increased in the median survival rate over the time predicted. However, the conclusion may be questionable because this study involved a small number of subjects and the inaccuracy of predicting cancer patient survival times.----------------------
6. Taking coq10 with ginkgo biloba reduced fibromyalgia symptoms in 4 weeks.-------------
7. It possesses antioxidant properties and it has been suggested for slowing down the aging process and protecting the brain against oxidative damage caused by free radicals. Using a cream containing coq10 is believed to help prevent skin wrinkles and reverse photo-damage caused by uv ray exposure.--------------------
the common side effects of coenzyme q10 are:------------------
1. Stomach upset-------------
2. Decreased appetite----------------
3. Diarrhea---------------
4. Increased levels of liver enzymes in the blood--------------
5. Nausea-------------------
other side effects of coenzyme q10 include:------------
1. Allergies-----------------------
2. Low blood pressure------------------------