Question:
Does Coenzyme Q10 help reduce fatigue from fibromyalgia?
Answer:
Yes
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MedHead Message:
Coenzyme Q10 helps produce ATP, which is the energy your heart and body need to perform daily tasks. Those with chronic fatigue who are already getting plenty of sleep, eating a healthy diet, and getting regular exercise may benefit from coenzyme Q10. I recommend starting at 400 mg daily and moving up to 800 mg daily. I also recommend a combination with American Ginseng 500mg daily and D-ribose powder 5g scoop in water 2-3 times daily. Magnesium 500mg daily is an important addition as well.
References:
1. Mehrabani, S. et al. Effect of coenzyme Q10 supplementation on fatigue: A systematic review of interventional studies. Complement Ther Med. 2019 Apr;43:181-187. doi: 10.1016/j.ctim.2019.01.022. Epub 2019 Jan 23. 2. Mizuno, K. et al. Antifatigue effects of coenzyme Q10 during physical fatigue. Nutrition. 2008 Apr;24(4):293-9. doi: 10.1016/j.nut.2007.12.007. Epub 2008 Feb 13.