Coenzyme Q10

Other names: CoQ10, Ubiquinone, Ubiquinone, Ubiquinol, Vitamin Q

Harm score: 2 (Derivatives of natural substances)

Coenzyme Q10, also known as CoQ10, Ubiquinone, Ubiquinone, Ubiquinol or Vitamin Q, is a vitamin-like substance found in almost every cell in the body. It is essential for energy production at the cellular level and for the functioning of various enzymes. CoQ10 plays a key role in the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which is the main source of energy for cells. Among other things, it also helps maintain optimal LDL cholesterol levels and is a powerful antioxidant that protects cells from free radical damage.

Coenzyme Q10 is naturally present in many food products such as meat, fish, nuts and some fruits and vegetables. However, its levels in the body can decline with age or as a result of certain chronic diseases, so it is often supplemented in the form of dietary supplements. Coenzyme Q10 is also a common ingredient in skin care products - both in serums and creams and in some make-up products. Thanks to its antioxidant properties, it can help protect the skin from premature aging, oxidative stress and damage caused by UV rays. Coenzyme Q10 is also commonly used in hair care product lines as it promotes hair regeneration and protects hair from damage.