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Chiropractor's Blend CoQ10 Co-Enzyme

Co--enzyme CoQ10 is a naturally occurring co-enzyme found in all cells and is critical in the production of energy within and basic functioning of each cell. As our bodies age, CoQ10 diminishes, and many people with chronic diseases show reduced levels of CoQ10 so supplementation becomes necessary. CoQ10 is essential for healthy cells, tissues and organs. It boosts energy production, while enhancing the immune system and acting as a powerful antioxidant. Numerous studies are showing the importance of CoQ10 in the treatment of numerous illnesses, including cardiovascular illnesses such as congestive heart failure and angina, lowering blood pressure, diabetes, fibromyalgia, in helping weight loss as CoQ10 stimulates the body's metabolism, gingivitis and in slowing the effects of Parkinson's disease. If you have a serious disease/disorder, such as congestive heart failure, check with your qualified health care professional to ensure the proper dosage.

Pure Health For The Human Heart

Chiropractor's Blend Co-Q10 is built around the key nutrient to promote heart health. People with heart failure have been found to have lower levels of CoQ10 in heart muscle cells. Double-blind research suggests that CoQ10 may reduce symptoms related to heart failure, such as shortness of breath, difficulty sleeping, and swelling. CoQ10 is thought to increase energy production in the heart muscle, increasing the strength of the pumping action.

In one study, 641 people with congestive heart failure were randomized to receive either CoQ10 (2 mg per kg body weight) or a placebo plus standard treatment. People who took the CoQ10 had a significant reduction in symptom severity and fewer hospitalizations. In another study, 32 patients with end-stage heart failure awaiting heart transplantation received either 60 mg of CoQ10 or a placebo for 3 months. Patients who took the CoQ10 experienced a significant improvement in functional status, clinical symptoms, and quality of life,

Co-Q10: Even More Than Heart Health.

Diabetes
In a 12-week randomized controlled trial, 74 people with type 2 diabetes were randomized to receive either 100 mg CoQ10 twice daily, 200 mg per day of a lipid regulating pharmaceutical, both or neither for 12 weeks. CoQ10 supplementation significantly improved blood pressure and glycemic control.

CoQ10 and Statin Drugs
Some research suggests that statin drugs, or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, a class of pharmaceuticals used to lower cholesterol, may interfere with the body's production of CoQ10.

Parkinson's disease
Lower levels of CoQ10 have also been observed in people with Parkinson's disease. Preliminary research has found that increasing CoQ10 may increase levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine, which is thought to be lowered in people with Parkinson's disease. It has also been suggested that CoQ10 might protect brain cells from damage by free radicals.

A small, randomized controlled trial examined the use of 360 mg CoQ10 or a placebo in 28 treated and stable Parkinson's disease patients. After 4 weeks, CoQ10 provided a mild but significant improvement in early Parkinson's symptoms and significantly improved performance in visual function.

A larger 16 month trial funded by the National Institutes of Health explored the use of CoQ10 (300, 600 or 1200 mg/day) or a placebo in 80 patients with early stage Parkinson's disease. The results suggested that CoQ10, especially at the 1200 mg per day dose, had a significant reduction in disability compared to those who took a placebo.

Cardiomyopathy
Several small trials have found CoQ10 may be helpful for certain types of cardiomyopathy.