subject: Coenzyme Q10 Found Helpful For Athletes By Japanese Translators [print this page] You may have read about Coenzyme Q10 or ubiquinone, a substance like a vitamin that is essential for the life of cells. While Coenzyme Q10 is produced naturally in the body, levels decline with age and in patients with chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer, diabetes and AIDS. In the past, Coenzyme Q10 has been recommended for numerous conditions, but is still considered to be a gimmicky supplement by some medical professionals.
However, a report prepared by Japanese Translators found that some weightlifters and other athletes can benefit from taking Coenzyme Q10. This is because the vitamin helps supply energy to cells and during strenuous exercise natural levels can be depleted. The study monitored men who took the supplement on a regular basis and found that they significantly improved their performance during aerobic exercise while on the supplement compared to when they were given a placebo. In addition, the Coenzyme Q10 supplement also reduced fatigue in the same athletes.
The Japanese translation workers also reported that when taken for 8 consecutive days, 300-miligram doses produced the greatest results during strenuous aerobic exercise. While more research is needed, the immediate implications seem very promising for supplement manufacturers. In addition, the Japanese team has promised to provide additional research studies on Coenzyme Q10 next year.
