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CoQ10 and Statins Yes, one lesser known side effect of statins is that they lower CoQ10 levels in the body. Talk with your doctor about this side effect to determine what your best options are. A form of CoQ10 that is water and fat-soluble also absorbs better. Some research on this...

As mentioned, you may think about working with a Registered Dietitian who can give you more specific diet advice to improve cholesterol levels. One other thing to note about statins is that they lower CoQ10 levels in the body, and this may result in additional side effects. Something to speak...

The Costco liquid turmeric is Qunol brand, and is better absorbed. Look into the absorption of all of your supplements as not all are created equally. Perhaps some may seem like placebos if the absorption is extremely poor. For turmeric, a hydro-soluble technology can help with absorption of the...

Great to hear your positive experience with fish oil! Finding a high quality version is key. I've had some in the past that gave me the worst fish burps. Regular CoQ10 has poor absorption because it's a huge molecule and doesn't dissolve very well. I take a water and fat-soluble form for better...

Being able to reduce statin use through lifestyle changes is great! Statins can lower CoQ10 levels, so it's a good idea to supplement if you are still on statins. CoQ10 helps our mitochondria make energy (the "powerhouse of the cell" if you remember from biology). This is potentially why statins...

Wow, 1 in 10 with muscle damage! That seems really high. One point that isn't talked about enough is the fact that statins can lower CoQ10 levels. CoQ10 is needed by our organs (including muscle!) and low levels can keep our cells from making energy the need. Thankfully, more doctors are...

Jumping into the statins discussion: One point that I haven't seen mentioned in this thread is that statins can lower CoQ10 levels. This can be an issue because we need CoQ10 to make energy. Ultimately, the choice to take statins is up to you. If you do take them, please consider talking to...

Thank you for sharing your sister's experience! There is research to suggest that CoQ10 can help support gum health (here is a research article for those interested: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2991687/). I am also a "CoQ10 believer" and take a water and fat-soluble form of...