We have been made aware by the Therapeutic Goods Association (TGA) that information previously listed on this page was in breach of the Therapeutic Goods Association Code 2007 (TGAC). The information listed formally on this page included 6 breaches of this code and included breach of TGAC sections and have subsequently been removed from our website;
4(2)(g) Quote calling the Product “Magical Nutrient”
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4(6) (b) (iv) Healthcare professional endorsement of John O’Neill’s Q10
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5(2) an advertisement for therapeutic goods must not refer, expressly or by implication, to serious forms of diseases, conditions, ailments or defects specified in Part 2 of Appendix 6, unless prior approval is given under the Act.
These breaches of the TGAC were not intentionally by The Supplement Den as we used information provided from John O’Neill several years before the code was created and we understand John O’Neill no longer distributes this information. We apologize for this breach and have removed the offending information from our site.
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Not all Co-Q10's are the same
In the nineties it was the “Co-Enzyme Q10 Phenomenon.”
Recently it has been referred to as one of the most exciting discoveries of the last 45 years.
There seems to be no doubt in the minds of the people that have experienced quality Co-enzyme Q10 as to its abilities in terms of performance and effectiveness. They say it is something they would not want to go without in their vitamin and health regimen. The renewed energy they feel is something they cannot go without.
Advanced Life-Products produces Co-enzyme Q10 based on having the highest quality raw source, as its main ingredient.
This high quality source is a naturally fermented algae-derived version. The fermentation process allows the sun's power to increase the hydrogen atoms in the molecular structure of the Co-enzyme Q10.
This in turn allows more efficient mitochondrial performance in the production of human energy .
Other methods of producing Co-enzymeQ10 include chemical extraction from tobacco leaves or laboratory spun vitamins, minerals and amino acids, giving you a synthetically derived product. These processes are often up to eight times cheaper and do not have the same results as the natural process.
Natural levels of Co-Q10 decline with age making it harder for the body to produce energy efficiently. Thus loss of energy as you get older.
Age isn't the only factor that affects our levels of co-enzyme Q10. The body has a greater need for it following periods of illness. Ironically, the body's levels of Co-enzyme Q10 are reduced by physical activity. This means that those who perform regular and demanding exercise will have a higher requirement for this key nutrient for energy production. As well as improving the body's energy reserves, Co-enzyme Q10 also supports the body's post-exercise recovery. This vital nutrient also helps to protect against the free radical activity generated from aerobic exercise.
Coenzyme Q10 is a powerful natural occurring compound, promoting chemical reactions, protecting the body from free radicals, and is also called ubiquinone. Some disagreement exists regarding its classification, where some are of the opinion that it is in reality a vitamin or vitamin-like substance.
Coenzyme Q 10 is required for
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is naturally present in foods, and can be synthesized by the body from the amino acid tyrosine during a multistage (17 stages) process requiring eight vitamins and several trace elements.
One of the best-known effects of this compound is its antioxidant qualities as well as the control it exercises on the flow of oxygen within cells, assistance with cardiovascular functioning, the production of energy, its assistance with absorption of other nutrients as well as its immune boosting properties.
Studies on mice showed an increase of 50% extension of life span.
It is the Coenzyme Q10 that is the coenzyme for at least three mitochondrial enzymes as well as other enzymes in the cell. The mitochondrial enzymes are essential for the production of high-energy adenosine phosphates (ATP).
Deficiency of Coenzyme Q10
When we are deficient of this compound in our system, our general health will start deteriorating and should levels drop 25% below the optimum levels, many diseases may start progressing, diseases like high blood pressure, heart attack, angina, immune depression, periodontal disease, lack of energy and weight gain.
Dosage
The dosage underneath is the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), but be aware that this dosage is the minimum that you require per day, to ward off serious deficiency of this particular nutrient. In the therapeutic use of this nutrient, the dosage is usually increased considerably, but the toxicity level must be kept in mind.
Toxicity and symptoms of high intake
Toxicity and side effects are not known, but pregnant or breast-feeding mothers should not take it in supplement form.
In extreme dosages, such as 600 - 1200 mg per day headaches, heartburn, fatigue, diarrhea and skin reactions have been reported.
Best used with
Since the compounds are fat soluble, it is best to take it with dietary fat present.
When more may be required
Should the liver perform under par, it cannot manufacture Q10 from the other Q coenzymes, and this production also diminish with age.
Food sources of Coenzyme Q10
Good sources are found in beef, soy, mackerel, sardines, spinach, peanuts, soybeans and vegetable oil.
