Fw: CoQ10-More Than Just a Spark

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August 23, 2004

Dear Jill,

When it comes to nutritional supplements, there’s nothing closer to my heart than coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10). In my estimation, it’s one of the most powerful and effective antioxidants available to energize your entire body. With the heart at the center of your health, I made it my mission to discover ways to make more of this key nutrient available to your body. Let me explain.

It’s important to understand that while our bodies naturally produce CoQ10, production falls off as we age. So in my opinion, it’s critical to supplement with additional CoQ10 to replenish it. And since your heart uses more energy than any other organ, it’s important to supplement daily with CoQ10. This is especially true if you’re taking certain cardiovascular prescriptions that may deplete this essential nutrient.

Revitalizing Your Life ForceJust how does CoQ10 provide an energy lift to your body? Well, if you think back to your high school biology class, you may recall that mitochondria are the energy producing “powerhouses” that every cell of your body needs to fulfill its function. Mitochondria produce more than 90 percent of our energy. As we age, free radicals produced during normal metabolism literally punch holes into cell membranes, placing considerable strain on mitochondria.

The mitochondria in your cells are similar to miniature engines. In order to run properly, they need what a real engine needs: fuel and a spark. L-carnitine and CoQ10 provide both. L-carnitine transports essential fatty acid “fuel” across cellular membranes and into mitochondria, where the CoQ10 provides the “spark” that converts these fuels into energy your body can use.

These fatty acids are important to overall heart health. I can't imagine practicing medicine without this dynamic duo, which is why I combined the power of L-carnitine and an extremely high-quality form of CoQ10 to create Q-Gel Plus. Click here to learn more.

Other Smart Steps for Maximum Cell Function:

Follow the PAMM (Pan-Asian Modified Mediterranean) diet, which is loaded with fresh fruits and vegetables and healthy fats, including fish oil and monounsaturated olive oil.

Exercise regularly to support the production of growth hormone, which preserves cell function.

Do a one- or two-day fast a couple times a year. This will help produce more melatonin, a powerful antioxidant that helps reduce free radical load in your body.

Do I Need Thicker Skin?You know how strongly I feel about coenzyme Q10 for your heart and body. But what you may not realize is how vital it is for your skin. Sunlight depletes the CoQ10 from your skin – along with Vitamins E and C. After just 15 minutes of exposure to bright sunlight, your skin’s CoQ10 levels start dropping off – so it’s important to replenish your skin with CoQ10.

Topically applied CoQ10 may help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and help improve your skin’s resilience. Preliminary research also suggests that CoQ10 may increase hyaluronic acid in artificially aged human skin cells. Hyaluronic acid is what helps to keep your skin well-hydrated. It also promotes the organization of collagen fibers which gives your skin a resilient, firm tone.

Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) is the second key nutrient that’s absolutely critical for healthy skin. ALA helps protect the integrity of the skin’s infrastructure. This gives you two noticeable results: better skin tone and reduction in the appearance of facial lines. ALA also helps reduce inflammation and puffiness. If you want the appearance of younger-looking, healthy-skin, I suggest using a highly potent serum and deep-moisturizing cream that contain both CoQ10 and ALA, as well as powerful antioxidants. Click here to read more about a skincare line that I recommend.

Don’t Leave Home Without ItThe bottom line is that CoQ10 is one of the hardest-working nutrients there are. I’ve often said if I was stranded on a desert island, I’d hope that a case of CoQ10 washed up on shore. It’s just so vital to everyone’s well-being, both inside and out. I wouldn’t consider practicing medicine without it.

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