All About Coenzyme Q10
If you have checked out our product fact sheet for Bod•ē TEN, you might have noticed it includes coenzyme Q10, which acts as a vital antioxidant and supports energy production at the cellular level.* But what is a coenzyme and what does that mean? “A coenzyme is an organic non-protein compound that binds with an enzyme to catalyze a reaction. Coenzymes are often broadly called cofactors, but they are chemically different. A coenzyme cannot function alone, but can be reused several times when paired with an enzyme.”[1] Much like your mitochondria, coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) levels in your body decrease as you age and your cells need CoQ10 for growth and maintenance.[2] According to the Linus Paul Institute at Oregon State Univeristy, CoQ10 has been shown to specifically benefit your mitochondria. Specifically, “coenzyme Q10 plays a central role in mitochondrial oxidative phosphorylation and the production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP). It also functions as an antioxidant in cell membranes and lipoproteins.”[3] If you are not necessarily hip to the science lingo, don’t worry--all of that basically means CoQ10 is great for your body, specifically for your cells, which is why we decided to include it in Bod•ē TEN. This is also why we decided to run clinical trials on this particular product.
Clinical studies are not mandated for wellness companies; however, our philosophy at Bod•ē Pro is that products should be put to the test, a human test since our products are designed for humans. Accordingly, independent scientists conducted an initial study on our Bod•ē Pro TEN formula. The first test was a preliminary small-scale clinical study to determine the efficacy of TEN formula and evaluate its effect on mitochondria in adults. This was done by subjecting the products to the highest standard of clinical research—an independent, randomized, double blind placebo-controlled clinical study. This type of clinical study follows a specific set of procedures and protocols to ensure the results are dependable and free from bias. In addition, a small in – vitro study was also conducted on white blood cells to determine the effect of the Bod•ē TEN formula on mitochondria. Although these preliminary studies were small in scale, we believe that the findings are significant. The twelve test subjects were randomly divided into two groups and received Bod•ē TEN or a placebo for 30 days. After the 30-day evaluation period, the study showed that those who consumed the Bod•ē TEN formula had an actual increase in the number of mitochondria, mitochondria function and cellular energy.* Based on these preliminary findings, Bod•ē Pro is planning on conducting further larger scale studies to confirm the findings. The preliminary findings of the small scale human study demonstrated an increase in the number of mitochondria, mitochondria energy and cellular metabolism in the test subjects within twenty four hours of consumption of the Bod•ē Pro TEN formula;* a continued increase in the number of mitochondria in the test subjects after one month consumption of the Bod•ē Pro TEN formula;* and increased physical energy and mental focus in the test subjects that consumed the Bod•ē Pro TEN formula.*
It was important to us that we run these clinical trials so that you can feel good about the products you use to create a better you from the cellular level, so grab that Bod•ē TEN and enjoy the benefits of CoQ10!
TEN is a potent supplement, be sure to take with a meal or a full stomach.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
[1] “Coenzyme - Definition, Function and Examples.” Biology Dictionary, 28 Apr. 2017, biologydictionary.net/coenzyme/.
[2] “Coenzyme Q10.” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 13 Oct. 2017, www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-coenzyme-q10/art-20362602.
[3] “Coenzyme Q10.” Linus Pauling Institute, Oregon State University, 2 Jan. 2019, lpi.oregonstate.edu/mic/dietary-factors/coenzyme-Q10.