The Muscle Mag
CoQ10, with chemical structure 2,3-dimethoxy-5-methyl-6-decaprenyl-1,4-benzoquinone, is also known as ubiquinone due to its widespread distribution throughout the human body. Kaneka’s ubiquinol, the reduced form of CoQ10, has been shown to have higher bioavailability than ubiquinone.
CoQ10 plays a crucial role in producing chemical energy in mitochondria, the cell’s ‘power plants’, by aiding in ATP production. As we age, our ability to synthesize CoQ10 decreases.
Scientific data supports CoQ10’s contributions to cognitive health, heart health, and anti-ageing. It is also recommended for individuals taking statins to counteract the medication’s CoQ10-depleting effects.
A 2008 study in the journal BioFactors reported that hormone replacement therapy can decrease serum CoQ10 concentrations, especially benefiting women’s health.
The women’s health opportunity
New data from a study conducted by Expansion Consulteam in collaboration with French lifestyle influencers Virginie Florin and Nathalie Simon revealed significant findings regarding menopausal symptoms and Kaneka Ubiquinol supplementation.
After two months of taking 200 mg/day of Kaneka Ubiquinol, participants reported reductions in menopausal symptoms such as stress, irritability, and sleep disturbances. Results also showed improvements in mood, quality of sleep, muscular pain, and overall wellbeing.
Many participants acknowledged the benefits of supplementation and recommended it to others experiencing menopause. This presents a new opportunity for brands to address women’s health needs during menopause.
Studies suggest that one billion women worldwide will go through menopause by 2025.
Fertility, too
CoQ10 also plays a role in fertility, with potential benefits for male and female reproductive health. Data shows that CoQ10 supplementation can improve sperm motility and count in males, while supporting energy requirements for egg replication in females.
Focusing on fertility, ubiquinol is poised to become essential alongside folic acid in multivitamins, reflecting its importance for reproductive health.
