A simple blood test is available to measure CoQ10 levels. A shortage of this antioxidant may lead to oxidative stress, which increases the risk for a range of disorders, including CVD. Cholesterol-lowering statins may also reduce blood levels of CoQ Recent studies suggest that CoQ10, either alone or combined with other therapies, may be beneficial for the following conditions. What is Coenzyme Q10? What are the different forms of CoQ10? How does CoQ10 affect heart health? Cardiovascular disease CVD.
CoQ10 supplementation also lowers levels of inflammatory biomarkers shown to be risk factors for CVD, such as high-sensitivity C-reactive protein. Finally, low CoQ10 levels have been associated with greater tissue damage to the heart during a heart attack and the brain during stroke.
Statin-related muscle symptoms. Recommended dosages range from 30 mg to mg daily, depending on the manufacturer. Soft gel capsules are thought to be absorbed better than other formulations. CoQ10 is fat-soluble, meaning that it needs fat in order to be absorbed and metabolized. For optimal results, take the supplement with a fat-containing meal rather than on an empty stomach. It is important to note that supplements are not stringently regulated in the United States and that the quality can vary from one manufacturer to the next.
To ensure quality and safety, opt for brands that have been voluntarily submitted for testing by a third-party certifying authority like U. Certification ensures that the products on the ingredients label are safe and as listed. Certification does not mean that the supplement "works. If you have hypertension , supplements may or may not be useful in reducing your blood pressure.
Research remains sorely lacking, and it's too soon to suggest that CoQ10 or is any other supplement is anywhere near as effective as proven strategies like routine exercise , improved diet , and smoking cessation. If you are considering the use of a supplement like CoQ10, tell your healthcare provider. Some supplements may interact with the antihypertensive medications you take. It is also important to monitor your blood pressure regularly when making any changes in your treatment plan.
Looking to start a diet to better manage your high blood pressure? Our nutrition guide can help. Oxidative stress, aging, and diseases. Clin Interv Aging. Coenzyme Q10 in cardiovascular and metabolic diseases: current state of the problem. Curr Cardiol Rev. Borghi C, Cicero AF. Br J Clin Pharmacol. Blood pressure lowering efficacy of coenzyme Q10 for primary hypertension. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. Sood B, Keenaghan M. Coenzyme Q In: StatPearls [Internet].
Updated April 16, Lack of effect of coenzyme q10 on doxorubicin cytotoxicity in breast cancer cell cultures. Integr Cancer Ther. Quality certification programs for dietary supplements. Some of these small peptides have been found to inhibit angiotensin I-converting enzyme ACE , while others act as antioxidants in the blood vessels.
These actions could lead to blood pressure reduction and improved blood vessel function. In a study looking at overweight people with high blood pressure, taking three gram servings of a protein supplement containing egg, pea, soy, and milk proteins was associated with blood pressure reductions compared to people taking a supplement with the same calorie content made with maltodextrin a carbohydrate.
After four weeks, systolic blood pressures were 4. Hemp protein is high in arginine, an amino acid that keeps blood vessels healthy and can reduce high blood pressure. There is also evidence that peptides short chains of amino acids produced through hemp protein digestion could contribute to lowering blood pressure.
In one study, the blood pressure of hypertensive rats came down after four weeks of treatment with hydrolyzed hemp protein but not after casein protein. The same study found that hydrolyzed hemp protein prevented high blood pressure from developing in young rats bred to be hypertensive. Whether hemp protein can prevent or reduce high blood pressure in humans is not known. Indian snakeroot Rauwolfia serpentina contains powerful alkaloids, including reserpine, that affect blood pressure and heart function.
Indian snakeroot has been used traditionally to treat hypertension, especially when associated with stress and anxiety. Due to possible serious side effects, Indian snakeroot should only be taken under the careful supervision of a physician trained in its use. European mistletoe Viscum album has reduced headaches and dizziness associated with high blood pressure, according to preliminary research. Mistletoe may be taken as 0.
The blood pressure-lowering effect of mistletoe is small and may take weeks to become evident. Due to possible serious side effects, European mistletoe should only be taken under the careful supervision of a physician trained in its use. Garlic has a mild blood pressure-lowering effect, according to an analysis of ten double-blind trials. All of these trials administered garlic for at least four weeks, typically using — mg of garlic extract per day.
A double-blind trial reported that reishi mushrooms significantly lowered blood pressure in humans. The trial used a concentrated extract of reishi in the amount of 55 mg three times per day for four weeks. It is unclear from the clinical report how long it takes for the blood pressure-lowering effects of reishi to be measured. A deficiency of the amino acid taurine , is thought by some researchers to play an important role in elevating blood pressure in people with hypertension. Limited research has found that supplementation with taurine lowers blood pressure in animals and in people at 6 grams per day , possibly by reducing levels of the hormone epinephrine adrenaline.
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