The nutrient Co-Enzyme Q10 is found in every cell of the body, thus its other name, ubiqui-none. Ubiquinone is a naturally occuring substance with a molecular structure similar to vitamin K. Because the body must have energy to perform even the simplest operation, Co-EnzymeQ10 is an essential component of the mitochondria - the energy producing part of the cell. Often referred to as nature's spark-plug because, like a car engine, the body cannot function properly without the initial spark from Co-Q10. Professor Crane and his colleagues at the University of Wilconsin first discovered this exciting nutrient in 1957. Even though the body has the ability to produce Co-Enzyme Q10, deficiency states can exist. Ageing contributes to this nutrient deficiency, as the liver slowly loses its ability to synthesis Co-Q10. Research now indicates that C0-Q10 supplementation can provide significant benefit in the treatment of a number of health disorders. Free radicals are highly reactive substances that can cause cellular damage. Co-Q10 is a powerful antioxidant acting as a free radical scavenger. Co-Q10 is beneficial for oxygen uptake and the proper functioning of muscles, thereby improving stamina, endurance and assisting in a general feeling of well being. The primary clinical application of Co-Q10 focus on the cardiovascular system. As the heart muscle is one of the most metabolically active tissues in the body, a Co-Q10 deficiency can affect heart function. Studies show that Co-Enzyme Q10, dissolved in vegetable oil in a soft gelatine capsule as with Thompson's Co-Q10, is more readily absorbed than Co-Enzyme Q10 in other dosage form. Cardiovascular diseases such as congestive heart disease, hypertension, cardiomyopathy, mitral valve prolapse, coronary bypass and angina can benefit from Co-Q10 supplementation. Co-Q10 also has therapeutic value in the prevention and treatment of periodontal or gum disease by speeding up healing time and reducing gum pockets. Immune deficiencies, cancer, diabetes and muscular dystrophy may improve with regular use of this important nutrient. Co-Q10 can act as a 'performance-enhancing 'agent in atheletes and may also benefit in weight-loss due to an increase in energy production at cellular level.

Adults - 1-2 capsule daily (with food), or as professionally prescribed.

Co-Enzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone) 30mg.