Ubiquinol is the active, reduced form of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), which is a vitamin-like compound naturally present in your body.
Key points about ubiquinol:
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It plays a crucial role in cellular energy production (inside mitochondria).
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It acts as a powerful antioxidant, helping protect cells from oxidative damage.
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Your body can convert between ubiquinone (oxidized form) and ubiquinol depending on what’s needed.
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Levels of CoQ10/ubiquinol naturally decline with age and may also be lower in people with certain health conditions (e.g., heart disease, diabetes, neurodegenerative diseases).
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Supplements are sold as both ubiquinone and ubiquinol, but ubiquinol is often marketed as being more bioavailable (absorbed more easily), especially in older adults.
Common uses of ubiquinol supplementation:
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Supporting heart health (e.g., in heart failure or hypertension)
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Reducing statin-associated muscle pain (since statins can lower natural CoQ10 levels)
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Supporting mitochondrial function and energy levels
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Potential role in neurological health and anti-aging
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