CoQ10 combats effects of heart attack.

Coenzyme Q10 is shaping up to be a heart's best friend. But only a small fraction of people who could benefit actually know about it.

"There's no question that coenzyme Q10 can play a significant role in recovery for heart attack,"

adds Dr. Peter H. Loengsjoen, a cardiologist in Tyler, Texas, who has authored many journal articles on use of CoQ10.

"In hundreds of studies, and in my own practice, I've seen results that we would have said were highly unlikely, if not impossible."

Beyond heart

In addition to its critical role in ATP and energy production, CoQ10's powerful antioxidant property diminishes as levels fall, decreasing your body's disease-fighting abilities.

CoQ10's antioxidant strengths also make it a likely candidate in helping prevent or treat other diseases where free radicals have a major effect (such as cancer).

Oxidative stress is suspected as a possible trigger for many diseases, including breast and colo-rectal cancers.

Other applications for Coenzyme Q10 include possible roles in treating neurological disorders, controlling insulin levels, treating periodontal disease, and enhancing athletic performance.

These far-ranging benefits are supported by a number of clinical studies.

Dosage and delivery

Getting right amount of CoQ10 into your bloodstream and maintaining sufficient levels in your body is more complex than just taking CoQ10 capsules.

A major factor in bioavailability of CoQ10 is delivery system for coenzyme. CoQ10 "molecules" are so large that some researchers believe they stretch definition of word.

Their size means these fat-soluble molecules need assistance for optimal absorption. Unfortunately most CoQ10 supplements today cut corners on delivery system, meaning a less than effective product for us as consumers.

CoQ10 in a form your body can use.

The most effective Coenzyme Q10 capsules now contain both emulsified CoQ10 and a fatty oil to ensure maximum absorption.

CoQ10 that is pre-emulsified in an oil base relieves your body of having to perform this task and can "increase absorption levels by a factor of up to three times".

Absorption of fat soluble CoQ10 can be up to nine times as great as in crystallised Q10, according to a study reported in Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition in 1998.

This absorption technology, refered to as Tru-Sorb technology, was recently licensed for use in USA and Europe by Changes International (now part of Goldshield Elite).

Your Quick Guide to CoQ10

CoQ10 is needed by every cell in your body to promote optimum health

It plays a significant role in recovery from heart attacks, and equally importantly in helping prevent them

Improves blood flow, which can help to reduce high blood pressure.

Powerful Antioxidant

Natural body levels and ability to synthesise it in your body drop after age 20 and plummet after age 50. Supplementation is both advised and recommended.

Also known as ubiquinone, taken from Latin word ubique, meaning 'everywhere'. The English word ubiquitous, meaning "appearing everywhere at same time", also gives a hint as to highly regarded nature of CoQ10.

Some delivery systems such as patented Tru-Sorb system are shown to be 900% more absorbable than normal type.

For more specific considerations like training for a sport or athletic competition, your trainer will need a higher degree of expertise. The American College of Sports Medicine has a great program and is one of most recognized certifications for sport specific training.

You should ask very specific questions about how a potential trainer is going to tackle particular issues that you want covered during your training program.

Facility

Regardless of your potential trainer's credentials and professionalism, you need to know where you are going to train. The industry standard of only working out at a gym is being challenged more and more these days. It is possible now to find a trainer who will come right to your house and train you, or possibly meet you outside, or in your housing area community fitness center. Don't fall into trap of thinking that you have to go to gym if you want a personal trainer!

Schedule

One of biggest issues for trainers and clients alike is scheduling. After all, you both have to be in same place at same time for a minimum of 30 minutes, and possibly as long as 90 minutes. A good trainer will try to find a way to fit you into their schedule. It won't always be possible, especially with a highly sought after trainer, but if trainer truly wants to help you, they will do their best to fit you in.

Rapport

Having a good rapport with your personal trainer is crucial! If you and your trainer don't get along, it's a waste of time for both of you. You will likely end up more frustrated than ever, thinking that even a professional couldn't help you!

Working with a personal trainer that you like is necessary, and on flip side, trainer should like you as well. You don't necessarily need to pick out curtains together, but you should at least be able to carry on a comfortable dialogue while you exercise. Most good trainers are good communicators as well, but if two of you aren't very comfortable with each other, then it will cause tension and increase risk of your program meeting with failure.

A good personal trainer will agree to meet with you face to face before you actually sign up for a training program. Some trainers offer a free or low-cost initial consultation, and that is perfect time to size up your trainer to make sure they fit your needs!

You should take home fact that definition of a good personal trainer is someone who is not only a professional, but is also appropriate for your specific personality, needs, goals, and desires. You may be working with this person for awhile, so choose wisely!