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- Research also shows that our Coenzyme Q10 level decrease with age.
- At the age of 65, our body has 50% decrease in Coenzyme Q10 level as compared to the age of 20.
- And thus, the amount of Coenzyme Q10 from diet is inadequate to significantly increase the Coenzyme Q10 level in our body, supplementation is necessary.


This information is provided for education purposes only. It should not be used to substitute medical diagnosis.
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