CoQ10 Vs Ubiquinol, What's the difference?
At ANC, we are committed to providing the best supplements for your health and wellbeing. That’s
why we are excited to announce the release of our new CoQ10 300mg Ubiquinol product.
Now you might be thinking, what’s the difference between our CoQ10 150mg One-A-Day Get Up
& Go and our new CoQ10 300mg Ubiquinol? Well, we are here to provide you with the answers.
Ubiquinol is the active and reduced form of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10). Ubiquinol is a strong
antioxidant that offers a wide range of health benefits.
What are the benefits?
1. Plays a vital role in the production of cellular energy and maintaining healthy energy
levels.
2. Helps support stamina, endurance, and assists in post-exercise recovery.
3. Supports heart health and cardiovascular function.
4. Supports male fertility including sperm motility and production.
The Two Forms; Ubiquinol & Ubidecarenone
Ubiquinol & Ubidecarenone are two forms of the same nutrient. In your body, CoQ10 shifts back
and forth between two states; ubidecarenone and ubiquinol. Most supplements on the market will be
in these two forms and both are necessary to produce cellular energy.
Ubidecarenone is the form we use in our CoQ10 150mg One-A-Day Get Up & Go formula. It is
the oxidised form of CoQ10 and needs to be converted to ubiquinol in the body before it can be
utilised for therapeutic effect. This form has been studied for more than 50 years and possesses
many benefits for general health and wellbeing, particularly cardiovascular health.
Ubiquinol is the form in our new CoQ10 300mg Ubiquinol formula. It is the more active and
bioavailable form of CoQ10. The ability to convert ubidecarenone to ubiquinol declines as part of
the ageing process. Ubiquinol has been shown to achieve greater bioavailability using a smaller
daily dose.
What form is right for me?
Over 50 years of age;
CoQ10 levels begin to decline between the ages of 30 - 80 years as part of the natural aging process.
Ubiquinol is the suggested form for those aged 50 and over. Older individuals are unable to convert
and absorb ubiquinol as efficiently as younger individuals. Factors such as illness, fatigue, and
medications can also influence this. Due to the bioavailability and easy conversion of Ubiquinol our
CoQ10 300mg Ubiquinolwould be the most desired form for supplementation.
Under 50 years of age;
Ubidecarenone is highly beneficial for the health of this age bracket. Ranging from those who need
support with energy production, physical endurance, and stamina, healthy sperm production, or for
just overall health and wellbeing. This is where our CoQ10 150mg One-A-Day Get Up & Go
formula is of great benefit!
Dietary sources of this essential nutrient include;
them with a fatty meal or food.
Our Tips for a healthy heart!
1. Eat a diet rich in vitamins and minerals
2. Consume high fibre foods
3. Maintain a healthy BMI
4. Consume alcohol in moderation
5. Manage stress by incorporating mindfulness & meditation
References -
Zhang, Y., Liu, J., Chen, X., & Chen, C. (2018). Ubiquinol is superior to ubiquinone to enhance
Coenzyme Q10 status in older men, 9(11), 5653-5659.
Pravst, I., Aguilera, J., Rodriguez, A., & Jazbar, J. (2020). Comparative Bioavailability of Different
Coenzyme Q10 Formulations in Healthy Elderly Individuals, 12(3), 784.
