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Douglas Laboratories - COENZYME Q10 (100 MG) S-GEL
 | Description: COENZYME Q10 (100 MG) S-GEL Size: 30 |
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Functions:
Co-Enzyme Q 10 (ubiquinone) is an important rate- limiting cofactor in the mitochondrial electron transport chain, the biochemical pathway in cellular respiration from which adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the form of energy used by the body, is derived. Since cellular activities are dependent upon energy, co-enzyme Q 10 is crucial for the efficient functioning of nearly every cell. In addition to its well-established function as a component of the mitochondrial electron transport chain, co-enzyme Q 10 has in recent years acquired increasing attention regarding its antioxidant properties. Co-Enzyme Q 10 occurs in all cellular membranes as well as in blood serum and in serum lipoproteins. As a lipid-soluble antioxidant, co- enzyme Q 10 efficiently protects membrane phospholipids and serum low-density lipoproteins from lipid peroxidation. And, as recent data indicate, it also protects mitochondrial membrane proteins and DNA from free radical induced oxidative damage. These effects of co-enzyme Q 10 are independent of those of other antioxidants, such as vitamin E; although co-enzyme Q 10 can also extend the functions of vitamin E by regenerating it from its oxidized form. Tissue co-enzyme Q 10 levels are regulated through the mevalonate pathway, increasing with various forms of oxidative stress, and decreasing during aging. Related to its antioxidant properties, co-enzyme Q 10 is important for normal immune function. This has been shown in a number of experimental and clinical studies. Healthy people have the ability to synthesize adequate amounts of co-enzyme Q 10 . According to Dr. Karl Folkers and other researchers, humans can synthesize co-enzyme Q 10 from the amino acids tyrosine or phenylalanine and mevalonic acid, all of which are abundant in the body. However, the synthesis is a complex process involving 15 separate steps which require many enzymes, nutritional mineral cofactors, and vitamin coenzymes. As a result, the biosynthesis of co-enzyme Q 10 in the human body requires a good diet – one that is high in vitamins, minerals, and other nutrient factors. Yet, it has been shown by NHANES I and II studies that many Americans do not consume an adequate diet. Rather, for many, dietary intake of water soluble vitamins, vitamin A, and some minerals and trace elements is insufficient. Many of these nutrients are essential for the biosynthesis of co-enzyme Q 10 . Thus, it is not surprising that the nutritional status of co-enzyme Q 10 tends to decline with advancing age. In addition, it has been shown that in disease states, nutrients from food sources may not be readily absorbed or bioavailable. According to Folkers and other experts, co-enzyme Q 10 should be considered an essential nutrient, as it is well established that co- enzyme Q 10 is essential for the health of every cell in the human body.
Item type:
Other Nutritional Supplements
Indications:
Co-Enzyme Q 10 softgels may be a useful dietary supplement for those who wish to support their body's own production of co-enzyme Q 10 .
Formula:
BCQS1
Suggested usage:
One to two softgels daily as a dietary supplement or as directed by a physician.
Warnings/Side effects:
No adverse effects have been reported. Product Data Douglas Laboratories ® (continued on reverse)
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light. Keep out of reach of children.
References:
Alleva R, Tomasetti M, Battino M, Curatola G, Littarru GP, Folkers K. The roles of coenzyme Q 10 and vitamin E on the peroxidation of human low density lipoprotein subfractions. Proc Natl Acad Sci USA 1995;92:9388-9391. Amimoto T, Matsura T, Koyama S-Y, Nakanishi T, Yamada K, Kajiyama G. Acetaminophen-induced hepatic injury in mice: The role of lipid peroxidation and effects of pretreatment with coenzyme Q 10 and a-tocopherol. Free Radic Biol Med 1995;19:169-176. Beyer RE. The role of ascorbate in antioxidant protection of biomembranes: Interaction with vitamin E and coenzyme Q. J Bioenerg Biomembr 1994;26:349-358. Bliznakov EG. Coenzyme Q, the immune system and aging. In: Biochemical and Clinical Aspects of Coenzyme Q 10 , Vol 3, Folkers K and Yamamura Y Eds., Elsevier Science Publishers, 1981, pp.331-326. Chen H, Tappel AL. Vitamin E, selenium, trolox C, ascorbic acid palmitate, acetylcysteine, coenzyme Q, b-carotene, canthaxanthin, and (+)-catechin protect against oxidative damage to kidney, heart, lung and spleen. Free Radic Res 1995;22:177-186. Ernster L, Dallner G. Biochemical, physiological and medical aspects of ubiquinone function. Biochim Biophys Acta Mol Basis Dis 1995;1271:195-204. Folkers K, Littarru GP, Yamagami Y, Eds. Biochemical and Clinical Aspects of Coenzyme Q 10 , Vol 6, Elsevier Science Publishers, 1991. Folkers K, Morita M, McRee J, Jr. The activities of coenzyme Q10 and vitamin B6 for immune responses. Biochem Biophys Res Commun 1993;193:88-92. Folkers K, Simonsen R. Two successful double-blind trials with coenzyme Q 10 (vitamin Q 10 ) on muscular dystrophies and neurogenic atrophies. Biochim Biophys Acta Mol Basis Dis 1995;1271:281-286. Greenberg S, Frishman WH: Coenzyme Q 10 : a new drug for cardiovascular disease. J Clin Pharm 1990;30:596-608. Kamikawa T, Kobayashi A. Effects of coenzyme Q 10 on exercise tolerance in chronic stable angina pectoris. Am J Cardiol 1985;56:247- 251. Kontush A, Hübner C, Finckh B, Kohlschütter A, Beisiegel U. Antioxidative activity of ubiquinol-10 at physiologic concentrations in human low density lipoprotein. Biochim Biophys Acta Lipids Lipid Metab 1995;1258:177-187. Langsjoen PH et al. Long-term safety and efficacy of coenzyme Q 10 therapy for idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy. Am J Cardiol 1990;65:521-523. Lockwood K, Moesgaard S, Yamamoto T, Folkers K. Progress on therapy of breast cancer with vitamin Q 10 and the regression of metastases. Biochem Biophys Res Commun 1995;212:172-177. Maurer I et al. Coenzyme Q 10 and respiratory chain enzyme activities in hypertrophied human left ventricles with aortic stenosis. Am J Cardiol 1990;66:504-505. Morita K, Ihnken K, Buckberg GD, Young HH. Studies of hypoxemic/reoxygenation injury: Without aortic clamping. VII. Counteraction of oxidant damage by exogenous antioxidants: Coenzyme Q 10 . J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 1995;110:1221-1227. Mortensen SA et al. Deficiency of coenzyme Q 10 in myocardial failure. Drugs Exp Clin Res 1985;10:497-502. Nakamura R et al. Study of CoQ 10 enzymes in gingiva from patients with periodontal disease and evidence for a deficiency of coenzyme Q 10 . Prc Natl Acad Sci 1974;71:4156-4160. Stoyanovsky DA, Osipov AN, Quinn PJ, Kagan VE. Ubiquinone- dependent recycling of vitamin E radicals by superoxide. Arch Biochem Biophys 1995;323:343-351..
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Manufactured by Douglas Laboratories 600 Boyce Road Pittsburgh, PA 15205 800-245-4440
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