The Role of Ubiquinol in Cellular Energy Production

The mitochondria is commonly referred to as the powerhouse of the cell, but its function extends far beyond energy production. It regulates how cells revitalize themselves and how the body clears cells that are no longer functioning properly. Cellular energy is produced within the mitochondria through a process that generates adenosine triphosphate (ATP) via the electron transport chain. Ubiquinol, a compound the body produces naturally, plays a role in that chain. However, natural ubiquinol production slows with age. Oxidative stress, including stress brought on by exercise, can further work against ubiquinol production, as can statin use, which blocks the body's natural ubiquinol output. For women experiencing perimenopause or menopause, reduced estrogen production also lowers the body's natural antioxidant capacity.

Jenn Fernandez, Senior Director of Marketing at Kaneka Nutrients, goes in depth about how Kaneka Ubiquinol® supplies electrons that contribute to ATP creation within the electron transport chain. It can support the same process the body's own ubiquinol is involved in. This can help replenish levels that decline with age and especially as estrogen declines in women.