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Coenzyme Q10

Coenzyme Q10 (or ubiquinone-10) belongs to the group of ubiquinones that are found in all living cells, and is involved in mitochondrial energy production processes in the respiratory chain. Coenzyme Q10 is chemically similar to vitamin K and vitamin E. However, coenzyme Q10 is not an essential nutrient (to be supplied with food) or a vitamin, since this substance is produced in sufficient quantities by a healthy organism. The substance can be produced in the human body from phenylalanine or tyrosine and mevalonic acid, which ensures a sufficient supply if the body functions normally and the person eats a varied and balanced diet.