COENZYME Q 10® The Spark that Ignites the Creation of Energy at the
Cellular Level
Features
AIM Coenzyme Q10® contains a substance found in all [Coenzyme Q10] the
cells of living organisms. This substance is CoQ10®, and it is the spark
that ignites the creation of energy at the cellular level.
AIM Coenzyme Q10® contains 60 mg. of pure CoQ10 with cellulose. Other less
expensive, brands of CoQ10 contain only small amounts of actual CoQ10 and
may include anumber of unwanted fillers such as yeast, egg or milk
derivatives, artificial flavors, and coloring agents. AIM Coenzyme Q10®
contains NO artifical preservatives, colors, or flavors.
For this reason it dissolves rapidly for optimum results. Other CoQ10
products are often in tablet form. The binders needed to make these tablets
can inhibit the assimilation of the CoQ10, or even totally block its
absorption, allowing it to pass whole through the digestive system. Being a
fine powder in easy-to-digest capsules, AIM Coenzyme Q10® can be quickly
absorbed and utilized by the body.
Benefits
Coenzyme Q10 is found in every cell in the human body and is key to the
process that produces 95% of the energy consumed at the cellular level.
It participates in this important role by acting as part of another class
of substances, known as enzymes. These important compounds are proteins
found in plants, animals, humans - ALL living things. Their role is to
facilitate, to act as a catalysts, in countless chemical reactions that
take place in the human body. In essence, they make reactions happen
without themselves being consumed in the reaction. When calcium is turned
into bone, and enzyme makes the reaction possible, but the enzyme itself
does not end up becoming part of the bone. When we digest our food, when we
flex a muscle, when our heart beats, in some way an enzyme is playing a key
role.
Enzymes consist of two parts, a protein portion made up of one of a variety
of amino acids, and a cofactor portion that is either a mineral (like
calcium, magnesium, or zinc) or a vitamin, the vitamin is called a
coenzyme.
Coenzyme Q10 is a naturally occurring molecule that has a structure similar
to vitamin K.
As part of an enzyme, it acts as a catalyst in the vital biochemical
pathway that leads to cellular energy production.
Specifically, every cell must have a special substance known as ATP
(adenosine triphosphate), which provides all the cell's energy. The energy
obtained from the food we eat is used to make this fuel for the cells, and
when a cell needs energy, it breaks the bonds that hold the ATP molecule
together. When this chemical bond is broken, it releases energy equivalent
to approx. 7,000 calories, more than twice the energy a person consumes in
an entire day. However, the body, at any given time, only stores enough ATP
to sustain vigorous activity for 5 - 8 minutes. Thus, ATP must be produced
constantly, and for this ATP to be produced, there must be a ready supply
of CoQ10.
This explains why, in particular, COQ10 is found in high concentrations in
muscle cells and especially in the muscles that form the heart - because
the heart is constantly in motion, it creates a great demand for energy,
and at the same time, a need for the CoQ10 to create it.
Directions
1 - 2 capsules per day is recommended. For best absorption and assimilation
it should be taken with meals. Results will vary with each individual. some
notice benefits immediately. Others may see results after 6 - 8 weeks. It
is NOT recommended during pregnancy or laction without consulting a
physician.
Why Should I Take AIM Coenzyme Q10®?
Various studies have found that as we age our body's supply of CoQ10 slowly
diminishes. Clearly, it is beneficial to provide the body with an adequate
supply of this important nutrient. However, finding healthy food sources of
CoQ10 can be difficult. Typically, it is found in the greatest
concentration in animal muscle tissue, such as beef, pork, or lamb. In
fact, beef heart and liver are two of the highest food sources. For those
concerned about fat content and other negatives associated with meats,
these foods do NOT offer an acceptable source of CoQ10. AIM's Coenzme Q10®
provides a way of maintaining your body's levels of this important nutrient
without compromising other nutrition considerations.
Where Does AIM Coenzyme Q10® Come From?
Plant sources do provide some CoQ10, although in relatively small amounts.
The CoQ10 in AIM Coenzyme Q10® comes entirely from a plant source. The
coenzyme is extracted and collected, providing a means of getting high
quality CoQ10 from a NON-animal source.
This bulletin is for information only. It has not been evaluated by the
Food and Drug Administration. The product is not intended to diagnose,
treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
© 1997 by AIM International