The Solgar Coenzyme Q-10 60mg is a dietary supplement in phytocapsules, with 60mg of coenzyme Q10 per phytocapsule, in the form of ubiquinone. The manufacturer identifies the raw material as KanekaQ10, a patented form of CoQ10 produced by yeast fermentation. The package contains 60 phytocapsules.
It is aimed at adults who want to cover their intake of coenzyme Q10 with one capsule per day. The manufacturer itself positions it for people with an active daily schedule and for ages over 50.
The coenzyme Q10 exists in the body in two alternating forms, ubiquinone and ubiquinol. One is converted into the other within the cell, and this very alternation makes it a useful molecule in electron transport. This particular preparation contains ubiquinone, the form that circulates more widely in supplements and is the most stable of the two under storage conditions.
The reference to yeast fermentation is not a marketing detail. CoQ10 can be produced either synthetically or biotechnologically, and neither route yields the same molecule. Fermentation gives the same stereochemical form that is naturally found in humans, while the synthetic route can yield other isomers. Therefore, manufacturers state the origin. In any case, coenzyme Q10 does not have an approved health claim by the EFSA and is presented here as an ingredient, not as a substance with a proven effect.
According to the product presentation by Solgar itself, the preparation is accompanied by the following statements:
The above statements are attributed to the producer. Coenzyme Q10 does not have an approved health claim by the EFSA and remains a subject of research, so none of these should be read as a proven effect.
The preparation is monocomponent: 60mg of ubiquinone per phytocapsule, without additional vitamins or minerals. This means that the dose is transparent and easily calculable, which is important when CoQ10 is combined with other preparations.
The shell is plant-based, made from hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, and the manufacturer declares the product as vegan. The formula is declared without sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors. Because CoQ10 is a fat-soluble molecule, the manufacturer recommends taking it with meals.
It suits adults over 50 who want to cover their CoQ10 intake, as its endogenous production tends to decrease with age. It is also suitable for those who follow a vegan diet and are looking for a gelatin-free preparation. It also interests those who prefer pure monocomponent preparations with declared raw material, and those who need a convenient one-capsule-a-day dose.
This is a dietary supplement. It does not replace a medical diagnosis or treatment, and it is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease. Anyone with a diagnosed cardiovascular problem should consult their doctor.
Main ingredients: coenzyme Q-10 (ubiquinone, KanekaQ10) 60mg per phytocapsule.
Other ingredients: bulking agent (microcrystalline cellulose), phytocapsule shell (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), anti-caking agents (silicon dioxide, vegetable magnesium stearate).
Free from: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors. Certifications: Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Kosher, Lactose Free, Soy Free, Wheat Free, Yeast Free.
Form: phytocapsules
Recommended dosage: adults, 1 phytocapsule daily, preferably with meals.
With one phytocapsule per day, the 60 phytocapsule package is sufficient for two months of use. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Special care is needed in anticoagulant therapy with coumadins, such as warfarin, where a doctor's advice is essential before taking. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
It is the patented form of CoQ10 used by the manufacturer, produced by yeast fermentation.
It contains ubiquinone, the more stable of the two alternating forms of coenzyme Q10.
The manufacturer recommends taking it with meals, without specifying a particular time.
Yes, the product is vegan certified and the capsule shell is plant-based.
Here the CoQ10 is in dry form inside a phytocapsule, which is why the manufacturer recommends taking it with a meal.
With one phytocapsule per day, the 60 phytocapsules last for 60 days.
Doctor's advice is needed. Coenzyme Q10 can affect the action of coumadin-type anticoagulants.
No. The manufacturer declares the product free of soy and yeast, although the raw material is produced by fermentation.
* Coenzyme Q10 does not have an approved health claim by the EFSA under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The statements on benefits are attributed to the producer. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease.
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Tel: 800 116 80 68
Main ingredients: coenzyme Q-10 (ubiquinone, KanekaQ10) 60mg per phytocapsule.
Other ingredients: bulking agent (microcrystalline cellulose), phytocapsule shell (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), anti-caking agents (silicon dioxide, vegetable magnesium stearate).
Free from: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors. Certifications: Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Kosher, Lactose Free, Soy Free, Wheat Free, Yeast Free.
Form: phytocapsules
Recommended dosage: adults, 1 phytocapsule daily, preferably with meals.
With one phytocapsule per day, the pack of 60 phytocapsules is sufficient for two months of use. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Special care is needed in anticoagulant therapy of the coumarin type, such as warfarin, where a doctor's advice is essential before taking. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
