Q10 is good for your heart

Q10 is good for your heartBut the effect is highly dependent on which preparation you buy, as there are huge quality differences. Most consumers are not aware of this.

The groundbreaking Danish study, Q-SYMBIO, was the cover page story in media across the globe last year. It showed that supplements of a compound called Q10 could nearly halve the risk of dying from heart failure while increasing heart muscle strength substantially. The study was headed by a renowned Danish cardiologist from Copenhagen University Hospital, and the team of researchers specifically chose a Danish Q10 preparation for the simple reason that it was the only one that could document superior bio-availability. This is extremely important for the outcome of this type of research.

Several manufacturers take credit

The great news about Q10's importance for heart health was received extremely positively among doctors and people with impaired heart muscle function or individuals who were simply interested in preventing future heart problems. The news was also welcomed by manufacturers of Q10 supplements who spotted a great opportunity to boost their sales of Q10.

But there are pitfalls and it is important to underline that the results of the Q-SYMBIO study cannot be attributed to other Q10 preparations. It is only the product used in this specific study that can rightfully claim to have a documented positive influence on heart failure.

In terms of quality differences, there are a few things that need to be explained:

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