What Is Vertigo? – InVite Health Podcast, Episode 331
Studies show that about 40% of American adults will experience vertigo at some point in their lives. But what is vertigo and what can be done to help?
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Heart Failure Is Scary But It Can Be Helped, Part 1 – InVite Health Podcast, Episode 319
Heart failure is scary. It happens when your heart cannot pump enough blood and oxygen to function properly. Factors like obesity, diabetes, not exercising and a bad diet can all contribute to it. Here are some lifestyle changes you should focus on.
Why Coenzyme Q10 Ubiquinol Is So Important – InVite Health Podcast, Episode 233
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Invite Health Podcast, Episode hosted by Amanda Williams, MPH
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What is the difference between CoQ10 and Ubiquinol? This is a question that comes up on a frequent basis. Today, I want to talk about some science behind Coenzyme Q10 in the Ubiquinol form.
What is CoQ10?
Coenzyme Q10, commonly called CoQ10, is a substance that helps the body to convert food into energy. Coenzyme Q10 is found in almost every single cell within the body and it is a very powerful antioxidant.
CoQ10 is a member of the ubiquinone family of compounds. When we have the reduced, really powerful antioxidant form, that is Ubiquinol. That’s where that difference comes into play. When we’re supplementing, we ideally want to be using Ubiquinol, that reduced, highly absorbable form of Coenzyme Q10.†
CoQ10, the ubiquinone, refers to the ubiquitous presence of these compounds within living organisms and it’s defining their actual chemical structure, which contains this functional group known as benzoquinone. The ubiquinones are a fat-soluble molecule and ubiquinone is found in humans as CoQ10.
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CoQ10 is required within the mitochondria for ATP synthesis. This is the energy. ATP is adenosine triphosphate. We also know that CoQ10 functions as an antioxidant within the cell membranes, as well as lipoproteins. Antioxidants help to fend off damaging particles that are in the body known as free radicals. The free radicals can damage cell membranes and can screw up our cellular DNA. They can even create a situation where the cell itself dies. Antioxidants such as Coenzyme Q10 can help to neutralize these free radicals. This is why we find Coenzyme Q10 Ubiquinol to be a very powerful antioxidant.†
CoQ10’s impacts on the body
Researchers have analyzed the way that the body utilizes CoQ10. Studies with Coenzyme Q10 have been shown to be really important when it comes to cardiovascular health and the way the body responds to heart attacks. They’ve been able to show that people who take Coenzyme Q10 are much less likely to have a heart attack. Researchers have done extensive studies when it comes to heart failure, recognizing that CoQ10 is required for that mitochondrial energy production. When you take someone who has heart failure, their heart has no ability to actually generate energy.†
We’ve looked at how Coenzyme Q10 works in terms of the stabilization of blood pressure and when it comes to fending off oxidative stress that can be damaging within our cholesterol, creating a situation where you have oxidized LDL.†
Why Ubiquinol May Improve Scary Blood Test Results, Part 1 – Invite Health Podcast, Episode 172. Listen Now >>
Certainly, it’s been studied across the spectrum when it comes to different metabolic disorders. In diabetics, for example, they’ve been able to detect that low levels of Coenzyme Q10 can be extremely detrimental to a diabetic’s health, not only because of that greater likelihood of cellular damage throughout the body, but also when we think about the energy.†
For more information about the importance of CoQ10, tune into the full podcast episode.
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Why Ubiquinol May Improve Scary Blood Test Results, Part 2 – Invite Health Podcast, Episode 173
We’re continuing our conversation about the active form of coenzymeQ10, called ubiquinol. It has been shown to help lower the level of various scary results on a blood test that are connected with heart health.
Why Ubiquinol May Improve Scary Blood Test Results, Part 1 – Invite Health Podcast, Episode 172
There are blood tests that you can have added to your yearly physical that may give you rather scary results about your heart health. The good news is there’s a supplement called Ubiquinol that may set them right.
Helpful Tips To Support Cardiovascular Health – Invite Health Podcast, Episode 126
Invite Health Podcast, Episode hosted by Amanda Williams, MPH.
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Let’s talk about cardiovascular health today! In this episode, I will touch on topics like cardiovascular disease, which is so common and impacts so many people throughout this country. Many people have questions about whether or not it makes sense for them to take supplements in order to support a healthy heart and, if so, which are the best choices? What else should you be doing in terms of diet and exercise in order to support overall wellness? The good news is there are some basic guidelines that I can share with you that may be beneficial.
Why are cardiovascular concerns such a problem in the U.S.?
Cardiovascular disease effects upwards of 16 million Americans. But, being that many people do not visit their doctor for regular physical examinations, that number may be even higher. Many people are probably walking around with undiagnosed heart disease and do not even know it. We know that following a Standard American Diet causes us to lack in key things like fiber. The average American gets about five to ten grams of fiber per day, when we really should be getting 30 grams at minimum per day. There is also a major lack in antioxidants when your follow a Standard American Diet. This is because Americans do not have a high intake of fruit and vegetables. This is why high blood pressure becomes such a big risk factor.
One area that does not get enough attention as it should is inflammation. It is that chronic low-grade inflammation that is occurring throughout the vascular system that is the main driving force, yet it is rarely spoken about. Generally, many people think about NSAIDs – a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug – when dealing with inflammation. But one issue is that long-term, chronic use of NSAIDs can have negative effects on your liver and kidneys. When you follow a Standard American Diet that is lacking in fiber and is high in sugar, you are going to be walking around in a pro-inflammatory state. This can lead to inflammation throughout the entire body but also the cardiovascular system.
What can I do to support a healthy heart?
Supporting a healthy heart means more than making one simple change. A total change in diet would be extremely beneficial. A Mediterranean style diet is the best option, as it touts foods like seeds, nuts, fish, fruits and vegetables that give you the nutrients your body needs to perform at its best. Learn more about the Mediterranean diet by clicking here!
Exercise is extremely important! There are different ways you can start moving that will keep you active and benefit your heart. Walking for just 30 minutes a day could be extremely beneficial. You don’t have to prepare for a marathon – just prepare to move for 30 minutes a day. You could take up a dance class, or just turn up the music in your home and start moving. Changing the way you eat and how active you are everyday can make a huge difference in your overall health and wellness!
There are different supplements that could be extremely beneficial in supporting cardiovascular health. My favorite recommendations include:
- Omega-3 fatty acids, found in supplements like fish oil or krill oil†
- Ubiquinol Coenzyme Q10, supporting the production of ATP or energy at a cellular level†
Thank you for tuning in to the Invite Health Podcast. You can find all of our episodes for free wherever you listen to podcasts or by visiting www.invitehealth.com/podcast. Make sure you subscribe and leave us a review! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at Invite Health today. We’ll see you next time on another episode of the Invite Health Podcast.
