> key role in energy production => supplementation supports chronic fatigue, ME & fibromyalgia.
> reduced by ageing, drugs (eg. statins), smoking and certain diseases (eg. cardiovascular disease (CVD)).
> a potent antioxidant, it inhibits lipid oxidation (in cell membranes), and neutralizes free radicals.
> adrenal fatigue - supports metabolism & ensures higher energy levels.
> male and female fertility- protects sperm from oxidative stress and low CoQ10 drives age-associated egg cell deficits.
> up to 32% CoQ10 is lost if food is fried.
> sources include meat, poultry, fish, eggs, nuts (eg. peanuts, pistachios), sesame seeds, olive oil, oranges, strawberries, avocado, broccoli and cauliflower.
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