CoQ10

A nutrient that the body needs in small amounts to function and stay healthy.

Function

CoQ10 helps mitochondria (small structures in the cell) make energy. It is an antioxidant that helps prevent cell damage caused by free radicals (highly reactive chemicals).

Sources

CoQ10 is fat-soluble (can dissolve in fats and oils) and is found in fatty fish, beef, soybeans, peanuts, and spinach.

Clinical utility

It is being studied in the prevention and treatment of some types of cancer and heart disease and in the relief of side effects caused by some cancer treatments.

Other names

Also called coenzyme Q10, Q10, ubiquinone, and vitamin Q10.

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