Best coq10 nutritional supplements according to redditors

I've spent at least 3 grand on nootropics by now, and I gotta say, the best thing that I've done to noticeable effect was adapt to (almost exclusively) a ketogenic diet (MCT oil is your friend), supplement with 3:2 ratio EPA/DHA fish oil (now krill oil), vitamin D3 and MK-7, curcumin phytosome complex (with BioPerine), magnesium glycinate, an active, methyl B-complex (or something like this).

And even a walk around the neighborhood each day is going to improve your brain function. I don't exercise enough, but I'll do the bare minimum. I don't even know if my brain is capable of producing "endorphins"

There is a deep lacking feeling that I have always felt the need to fill, something outside myself felt needed, which has led me to become a drunk, drug-addict in the past.

The stark difference in my life from adapting to the above, has definitely improved cognition, and my overall quality of life. My ADD-PI symptoms are pretty low now too, and still occasionally take dextroamphetamine as a booster, but do I need it anymore? I don't know. It's nice to have around, it's not nice to start abusing. I'll admit that it's a crutch, a safety blanket to have around.

I've been recommended CoQ10 as a migraine treatment. It is apparently one of the few supplements with a proven track record to reduce migraines. Link to study

It would be very cool if it gives me smooth skin. I don't really have wrinkles yet, so it would be neat if they just don't show up now, and I have 50% fewer migraines to boot!

Edit: I was already eyeing this earlier today after another migraine bout, and this thread tipped me over to purchasing it lol. I am trying this brand.

What you are most likely noticing is the effect it has on mitochondria. These kind of compounds that stimulate the mitochondria should be present in everyone's stack as a baseline before adding in more nootropics.

Life Extension Super Ubiquinol Coq10 with Biopqq Softgels, 30 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DBYI6RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_mAogzbX2W0ZG5

This is one I just recently ordered and will experiment with daily. It has CoQ10, Shilajit and PQQ.

alright here goes my exhaustive list of stuff that goes into my preworkout! i love to research the stuff that works, and then experiment to see how effectively they work for me, especially on keto.

1. 1 scoop of pre jym from bodybuilding.com - just because i don't want to add all those ingredients (good compared to most) on my own and it tastes pretty good (raspberry lemonade). it does, however, have 4g carbs per scoop - https://www.bodybuilding.com/store/jym/pre-jym.html
   
   
   
2. 1/2 scoop of optimum nutrition hydrowhey protein powder (about 15g protein) - fast digesting preworkout protein seems more logical than just bcaas. keeps me satiated during my workout and seems to boost recovery times because i have the full gamut of proper amino acids in my bloodstream as exercise-induced insulin rises. turbo chocolate and chocolate peanut butter are my favorites. vanilla surprisingly sucks and gets very foamy - https://www.bodybuilding.com/store/opt/platinum_hydrowhey.html
   
   
   
3. 1 tsp curcumin powder from bulk supplements - expensive but 1kg lasts a long time - go to examine.com to see the dozens of benefits it has across the board. i use this to help alleviate my disc issues, but it feels great for workouts because it reduces inflammation everywhere, especially joints. you can get pills instead, but they're not as cost effective and i like to blend it into my shakes. MAKE SURE YOU PAIR IT WITH BIOPERINE (already in pre jym but super cheap anyway) OR GET THE BIO AVAILABLE TYPES. otherwise, only your gut will get the benefits -
   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GHY364A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
   
   
   
4. 1 digestive enzyme pill - research has shown that such enzymes not only help with what you'd expect, digestion, but also boost muscle synthesis, immune system, reduce soreness, etc. - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RH5K26I/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
   
   
5. 1 tbsp extra citrulline malate - because 1 scoop of pre-jym doesn't have the clinical dose of around 8g. research has shown that it reduces soreness and speeds up muscle repair. i believe it helps performance as well - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EYDJU50/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
   
   
   
6. EDIT: 1/2 tsp (not 2 tsp) extra beta alanine - because 1 scoop of pre-jym doesn't have enough. this stuff kinda acts like creatine, boosting the number of reps you can do. especially helpful on my high rep/speed days. great for crossfit types of workouts if you're into those. i like the tingly feeling as well - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EIO4I8E/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
   
   
   
7. 1/2 tsp potassium citrate - i take electrolytes before and during my workouts -
   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ENSA93S/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
   
   
   
8. 1/16 tsp magnesium glycinate - one of the most bioavailable forms of mg and doesn't mess up your digestion -
   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F7OZJR8/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
   
   
   
9. 1/2 tsp calcium citrate - Ca and Mg go well together in the body. also, multivitamins rarely hit the RDA for calcium -
   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F8I5XPG/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
   
   
   
10. 1/2 tsp pink salt - sodium! need lots of it because i sweat a lot - https://www.samsclub.com/sams/himalayan-pink-salt-5-lb-fine-grain/prod20131268.ip
    
    
    
11. 1/4 tsp vitamin c - i take a lot of vit C to help with disc healing. collagen synthesis requires vit C. of course, great anti-oxidant, great for skin, etc. -
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AYIM9Y8/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
    
    
12. 1/2 tsp ALCAR - i supplement this mostly for the nootropic effect (boosts the brain and concentration), but it supposedly helps with fat breakdown and energy a little bit. i feel razor sharp concentrated during my workouts with this. also, it's just plain old good for the brain. -
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E7H96DY/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
    
    
    
13. 200 mg L-theanine - smooths out the jittery feeling from caffeine to provide more stable energy. also good before bed to get higher quality of sleep. -
    https://www.amazon.com/BulkSupplements-Pure-L-Theanine-Powder-grams/dp/B00E7GESLA/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1492089341&sr=8-1&keywords=bulk%2Bl-theanine&th=1
    
    
    
14. 100mg pill RALA - good for the nervous system and energy - https://www.amazon.com/Doctors-Best-Stabilized-R-Lipoic-BioEnhanced/dp/B000I4C19G/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1492089382&sr=8-1&keywords=doctor%27s+best+rala
    
    
    
15. 200mg coq10 - good for the heart, boosts energy a bit - https://www.amazon.com/Doctors-Best-Absorption-Bioperine-Supplement/dp/B00HRGN36S/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1492089466&sr=8-2&keywords=doctor%27s%2Bbest%2Bcoenzyme%2Bq10&th=1
    
    
    
16. 320mg saw palmetto extract pill - good for men's prostate health, keeps good testosterone high (instead of DHT), and for me, prevents the hairloss that creatine (i think) has induced. not just bs bro science, go to examine.com for research. i personally have regrown a lot of hair by taking 2-3 three of these a day for the last three months! - https://www.amazon.com/Doctors-Best-Palmetto-Softgels-Count/dp/B006RQ6TAG/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1492092375&sr=8-1&keywords=doctor%27s+best+saw+palmetto
    
    
    
17. 1 tbsp psyllium husk powder - keeps my digestion on track, prevents the indigestion i tend to get from MCT oil - https://www.amazon.com/Bulksupplements-Pure-Psyllium-Powder-grams/dp/B0100QRXOO/ref=sr_1_2?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1492092483&sr=1-2-spons&keywords=psyllium%2Bhusk%2Bpowder&th=1
    
    
    
18. 10g MCT oil - i either use brain octane or miCkey T Eight because they are pure C-8 caprylic acid instead of blends of the crappier acids. definitely boosts energy during long workouts. careful, it tends to mess with your stomach if you don't ease into it. if you're good with coconut oil, you're probably good with this. - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RUCHISS/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
    
    
19. 100mg hyaluronic acid - helps with joints and skin. i have noticed my knee and elbow pain going away while taking this. skin complexion also improved. - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00663G8WO/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
    
    currently experimenting with:
    
    
    
20. clear muscle - i usually supplement HMB, but this is the newer liquid variant. its pricey, and i haven't noticed anything bad about it, but it's hard to say if it's working better than the much cheaper powdered HMB. studies are probably very biased, so i can't really trust them - https://www.amazon.com/MuscleTech-Advanced-Strength-Building-Capsules/dp/B00JQ3WXS4/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1492094034&sr=8-1&keywords=clear+muscle
    
    
    
21. phospha muscle - phosphatidic acid has shown some promise in studies, but again, probably biased research. also cannot tell yet, but i have seen some decent strength gains pairing this with clear muscle. we'll see! - https://www.amazon.com/MuscleTech-Phospha-Clinically-Phosphatidic-SoftGels/dp/B00UVAG1PM/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1492094155&sr=8-1&keywords=phospha+muscle
    
    
    phew! making this list made me realize how much time and effort i put into the trial and error of my preworkout. of course, i supplement a lot of this stuff with my other meals as well. as you can see, i'm very big on supplements, biohacking, and nootropics. i read up a lot on research in my spare time.

change 3. with (more EPA/DHA per pill)

https://www.costco.com/trunature-Triple-Strength-Omega-3-900-mg.%2c-200-Softgels.product.100352944.html

Also not sure of your age, but 100mg of ubiquinol could be a good addition

https://www.amazon.com/Qunol-Ubiquinol-Strength-Antioxidant-Supplement/dp/B07RN6W4S2/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=ubiquinol+omega+3&qid=1570580045&sr=8-1

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not sure if you need both 1. and 4. Probably better to just stick with 1.

I take 300 mg/day and boyfriends take 200 mg/day of this brand on Amazon..

I buy this one. It’s $32 for 120 and you can save some % if you do auto refill on Amazon.

We both take Doctors Best from Amazon. No complaints here.

One of the comments in the linked article above said an RE recommended 600mg of Ubiquinol CoQ10 for patients over 30 (and ubiquinone for under 30). So naturally I just dropped $36 on this bad boy on amazon.

I get these on Amazon. They sometimes go even lower in prices. They are sold cheaper on Amazon than Walmart.

Not sure how much they've improved my sperm, I'll find out next week!

https://www.amazon.ca/Webber-Naturals-Coenzyme-Antioxidant-Softgels/dp/B00FGP3JAW/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1539882222&sr=1-1&refinements=p_n_feature_seven_browse-bin%3A6448997011

He is absolutely ripping people off with that product, it's not even funny now.

His product offers:

• • 10 mg PQQ
    
• • 20 mg Ubiquinol
    
    for $59.95... WHAT
    
    
    Life Extension offers:
    

• 10 mg BioPQQ
  
• 100 mg Ubiquinol
  
• 100 mg Shilajit
  
  for $32.25 on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DBYI6RQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
  > In a breakthrough preliminary study in mice, the combination of CoQ10 and shilajit produced a 56% increase in cellular energy production in the brain — 40% better than CoQ10 alone. In muscle there was a 144% increase, or 27% better than CoQ10 alone.57 Pharmacologyonline. 2009;1:817-25.
  
  There's not a snowballs chance in hell Asprey's bullshit is going to beat that, and for double the price. It's depressing people can't do their own research to find this stuff out. It literally took me like 20 minutes to find all that.

I used to get palpitations all the time. I started taking coQ10 daily and they immediately reduced drastically. I still get them, but not nearly as much. This is the one I take http://www.amazon.com/Doctors-Best-Absorption-Coq10-BioPerine/dp/B0019GW3G8/ref=zg_bs_3774561_1

There is an entire chapter devoted to CoQ10 in the book It Starts with the Egg. I'm not typing out an entire chapter and honestly I'm too lazy to take pictures of every page and upload to imgur. I will however give you a brief TL;DR.

The TL;DR looks something like this: CoQ10 is found in every cell in the body and plays a role in making energy in the body as well as recyclying vitamin E, an antioxidant. There is a theory that part of why older eggs are lower quality is because of declines in the function of the mitochondria in the egg. The egg doesn't have enough energy to properly during key points in cell replication and it leads to some errors. CoQ10 is thought to help give the mitochondria the boost they need to provide enough energy for proper division/replication thereby reducing the number of errors.

Here is a quote from the book:

>Research has shown that human embryos with poorly functioning mitochondria are more likely to have disrupted chromosomal processing machinery and chaotic chromosome distribution. Other research shows that if you intentionally damage mitochondria in mouse eggs, the ATP level goes down, and the machinery that separates chromosomes disassembles and malfunctions. As discused earlier in the chapter, errors in the number of chromosome copies are the single greatest cause of failure of embryos to survive the first week, implantation failures, and early pregnancy loss.

The book also says that:

>Based on all the scientific knowledge about the importance of fully functioning mitochondria to egg and embryo quality, it stands to reason that anything we can do to boost mitochondrial function and help eggs produce more energy will improve egg quality and embryo viability. Research suggests that CoQ10 does just that.

The book also recommends supplementing CoQ10 in the form ubiquinol not ubiquinone. And the recommend dosage is between 100-300mg per day, taken with food for increased absorption.

I really like the book as it seems to more or less just be a compilation of the recent research (as of when the book was published in 2014) that is presented in an easier to read/understand format. There are 45 citations in the CoQ10 chapter alone. Granted some of that is citing basic information on what CoQ10 is, it's role in the body and such. Not all of those citations are related to fertility. But still.

ETA: I don't know if you're a member of a warehouse club like Sam's or Costco but I know that CoQ10 is way cheaper at Costco than I've found it pretty much anywhere else. I won't say it was cheap still though. It was still around $30 for 90 200mg capsules. This is about the cheapest I've found on Amazon.

Seconding ubiquinol, I was told to take the Jarrow brand. I take this:

https://www.amazon.com/Jarrow-Ubiquinol-QH-Absorb-Absorption-Stability/dp/B004VCOOUU/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?srs=2594267011&ie=UTF8&qid=1481563896&sr=8-2&keywords=coq10&th=1

Vitamin B12 Deficiency




>Tinnitus may be associated with vitamin B12 deficiency.


 


On that note, supplements I say are a MUST for using stimulants:

• Vitamin B12 as Methylcobalamin (sublingual)
  
  
• Ubiquinol with PQQ
  
  
• Venastat
  
  
• Magnesium L-Threonate or Magnesium Glycinate
  
   
  
  
  If you still run into circulation, vasoconstriction, blood flow, or brain fog issues... then look into Perfusia Plus.
  
  If you run into fatigue, lethargy, purple nail beds, pale skin, dark black bags under your eyes, weak nails, easy bruising or bleeding... then look into Ferrasorb or just straight up go for a full on Prenatal Multivitamin which has a lot of iron too.
  
  
  For inflammation, brain fog that isn't made better by B-Vitamins nor Iron, autoimmune issues in general, and generalized weakness across the body... then you can also consider Creatine or Fish Oil

I was on low dose opioids for years because of a back injury and I found the worst part was detoxing from the fucking acetaminophen. I had horrible headaches for months.

I’m on low dose naltrexone now and I want to shout from the roof tops. It’s been a life changer in terms of pain.

I’ve also had horrible headaches from things like calcium d-glucarate and dim that I use to reduce estrogen and balance my hormones. The only thing besides time that has helped The headaches is choline. I specifically take Thorne Research - Phosphatidyl Choline - Phospholipid Complex for Cell Membrane Support - 60 Gelcaps. I’m throwing this out there in case you get headaches that nothing touches in your quest.

Choline is also good for traumatic brain injuries so it covers a lot of bases. It helps your neurons repair.

I also suggest a multi vitamin. You’re taking a lot of stuff but you could be missing things like manganese. I’m on mobile and I can’t double check to see if you’re taking fish oil but that too. I eat well too but I just find my brain and performance are much better if I’m taking a baseline of everything.

I’d also look at Nad. That stuff can be a miracle, especially for any functions related to mitochondria. I take Thorne Research - ResveraCel - Nicotinamide Riboside (Niagen) with Resveratrol and Cofactors in One Capsule - Supports Healthy Aging - 60 Capsules.

I also take Jarrow Formulas Ubiquinol Plus Pyrroloquinoline Quinone, Supports Heart Health and Cognitive Function, 30 Softgels for mitochondrial function.

The good thing about taking things for mitochondria is besides the impact on your brain it also can improve egg health in case you want kids/more kids.

I also take NAC for a clean liver. I had elevated ALT and AST liver enzymes for years because of the acetaminophen in the opioids. The NAC kept them in check. It’s also lowered my AST back to normal and my ALT to the lowest it’s ever been afterwards.

Someone also mentioned Modafinil. I take that too. It’s good stuff. I don’t get the crazy focus and drive some people get (or I haven’t since the first week) but it helps me stay awake all day. I get it from my doctor so I don’t have any sources for you. But I went to her with some studies about chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia, neither of which I have but had symptoms of, and she was easy about it.

I’ve tried Qualia and liked it before an FDA mandated formula change. It’s now missing the racetams. You can get racetams elsewhere. I see them advertising on Reddit. I sometimes take phenylpiracetam if my ass is dragging.

I find that Brain Plus works as well for me as Qualia and is significantly less. It’s $20 a month vs $120. I feel like it covers enough bases. Some people don’t like the kitchen sink approach to nootropics but I’ve found it works well for me and fits what I want to spend on that particular supplement.

If you don’t follow Dave Asprey, he’s a good resource. His book Headstrong is all about hacking mitochondrial performance. He also had some health issues and brain fog and I’ve learned a lot about recovering my brain from him.

Good luck.

> Glutathione

First time I've heard of this, I'll do some research.

Currently using this. Never heard of liposomal, but I'll research the difference.

> I think the chicken broth might be a waste.

Chicken broth is full of electrolytes and trace minerals.

https://www.news.iastate.edu/oldreleases/98/soup09.24.html

> Whenever I'm having a blue kind of day, chugging a diet pepsi is a go-to for me, so I wouldn't shy away from caffeine if you're just having a low-energy day for no reason that you can figure out and then treat it using something healthier. Sometimes you just stayed up a little too late or something.

Forgot to mention this, but drink a glass of green tea on most work days.

> You're probably already doing it, but remember to use a blue light filter on your computer/tablet/phone at night.

Honestly should, but the color can interfere with some of the stuff on at night.

> If you have trouble sleeping, a sleeping mask can do wonders for you.

Honestly a good idea too.

> Perhaps look into the mushroom supplements and see if there's anything you want there.

> I was extremely skeptical of mushroom supplements until I started taking Lion's Mane.

I've also been skeptical of Lion's Mane and have seen conflicting things about it. What effects have you noticed from it?

Thanks!

I took this once daily! Webber CoQ10 200mg

I just found out I have that motherfucker!

My functional MD told me to take this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001IAEC9Q/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A1PNQ3Z7C9295U&psc=1

One of each, per day. Start eating alot of fruit, and up your protein intake (chicken, loads of it).

CoQ10 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0055OUOQQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

PQQ https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BH4JG35/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Can find ones that are not BioPQQ.

https://www.amazon.com/Life-Extension-Pyrroloquinoline-Vegetarian-Capsules/dp/B00B35AB4Q/

https://www.amazon.com/Nutricost-Pyrroloquinoline-Quinone-20mg-Capsules/dp/B07BH4JG35/ That is the one I actually got. Combined it with another deal that brought it down to like 16$, which was a crazy good deal.

If you would want to deal with powder, IRC.BIO actually added PQQ powder recently: https://irc.bio/product/pqq-disodium-powder/

I get this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079C4VJ3P?

I like this brand a lot https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0786QF4ZR

This is the one I use. I started it last cycle to try to lengthen my LP.

Qunol 200mg Ubiquinol, Powerful Antioxidant for Heart and Vascular Health, Essential for energy production, Natural Supplement Active Form of CoQ10, 60 Count

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073VK5TP4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FM-0Db3TQDPNQ

I found the 600mg of CoQ10 on boards, so I started taking that before I even saw the RE. I told him I was taking it and he didn't comment one way or another on it. He did have me do the Vitamin D, along with prenatals and a DHA supplement that I was already on. He recommended CoQ10 for my husband for low morphology numbers, no idea if it has helped or not as he hasn't done a second SA since he started on them.

As for the acupuncture, they gave us a brochure for a specific fertility group that does acupuncture, yoga, supplements, diet/nutrition planning. But we didn't talk about it more than I have the brochure. It felt like a "do this if you want, here's a resource for you" type of thing.

FWIW, this is the CoQ10 that I take. I read a lot of reviews and priced out per 100mg and this was the one that I felt was the best balance for both. It's still not cheap, but it seemed reasonable.

My RE suggested that I take micronized DHEA at a dose of 75mg per day (25mg capsules 3x per day). I am also taking CoQ10 at 600mg per day (200mg 3x per day).

I’ve tried these ones before and they’re really good!

I've been taking this one and haven't had any issues.
https://www.amazon.com/Qunol-Ubiquinol-Strength-Supplement-Antioxidant/dp/B071V2C2JV?th=1

I use this one!

Get this for neurotoxicity reduction, it has 3 supplements in 1:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B1JZTV8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_Z1WovZkIlHBxj