You may have heard of coenzyme Q10, it’s an essential nutrient that our body creates. 

Coenzyme Q10 contributes to the energy needed by all our cells and is vital for the health of all our tissues and organs1.

Coenzyme Q10 is a powerful antioxidant (protects our cells from damage) and may be very important in reducing the effects of ageing2.

Did you know?

•  It is a fat-soluble nutrient 
•  It is primarily created by our body 
•  It can also be consumed in our diet
•  It is found in virtually all of our cells

Coenzyme Q10 and other nutrients

But the thing about coenzyme Q10 is that for us to produce this amazing nutrient we need adequate supplies of these 6 B vitamins: B6, B12, Riboflavin (B2), Niacin (B3), Folate (B9) and Pantothenic acid (B5) along with vitamin C3.

Rich sources of dietary coenzyme Q10 include mainly meat, poultry, and fish. Other relatively rich sources include soybean and rapeseed oil, and nuts4.

What should I look out for?

The use of cholesterol lowering medications such as statins reduces the level of coenzyme Q10 in our bodies5.