CoQ10--Any experience with it?

[sandy bush]

Has anyone here actually used CoQ10 and had any good results with it? I have been considering starting taking it.

I read somewhere on here that someone had been taking it and it significantly reduced the swelling in their legs and ankles. That is what I am looking for in particular. Gastroenterologist told me I should have my heart checked, but I'd rather try something else first.

So, if you, or anyone you know has had any luck--good or bad--with this, let me know, please.

Thanks! :thup:

[cs_carver]

We are not doctors. What is he saying about WHY you need to have someone else look at your heart? I sure would hate to be taking an OTC pill (that affects cellular metabolism, mostly, and perhaps therefore addresses the heart) and miss a major malfunction.

I don't know what contributes to swollen ankles. I'd sure want to know what the suspected heart condition was, though.

I know how much soft-tissue manipulation I paid for when it turns out the problem is that my knees need surgery. There's no amount of massage that will fix what's wrong with my knees.

[kebaldwin]

If one doctor tells you to go get your heart checked -- I would go get your heart checked.

Now you might discuss with the heart doctor -- can I try CoQ10 as a first treatment -- but supplements are more preventive maintenance than a quick fix for serious problems.

I have taken CoQ10 for many years and don't see any obvious benefits to taking it. But it helps in so many ways -- I take it in faith

http://www.vitacost.com/articleResults.aspx?Ntk=articles&ss=1&Ntt=coq10

http://search.lef.org/search/default.aspx?s=1&QUERY=coq10

http://www.worldhealth.net/p/aadr-coenzyme-q-.html

[mike_d]

Low sodium and higher potassium helps with edema. I now take CoQ10, not sure it helps my energy-- I think its mainly for patients on statins.