If you’ve been following the buzz in the health and wellness world, chances are you’ve heard of GLP-1 agonists like semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound). Initially developed to manage type 2 diabetes, these medications have now emerged as groundbreaking tools in the fight against overweight and obesity.

CoQ10 is a nutrient that supports mitochondrial function for cellular energy production and also acts as an antioxidant. It can be synthesized in the body, but its production declines with age.

Other reasons that CoQ10 levels can decline in the body include an increased demand in certain tissues, other nutritional deficiencies, or the use of statin medications (common medications for cholesterol levels).