The link between statin drugs and muscle dysfunction is more widely known and identified. Do you know that cholesterol lowering statin medications impair cognitive function? Research experts have identified disturbing changes in brain health from statins use. Be aware and be proactive!
Maintaining mental energy and cognitive function depends on high mitochondrial energy production and optimal Q10 levels. Q10 is necessary for concentration, mental energy and clarity, memory, mood, emotional vitality, exercise tolerance and recovery, and much more.
An Expert Opinion research study showed that individuals on statin medications have a reduction of Q10 levels in the brain resulting in increased oxidative stress and reduced brain energy production. Furthermore, research showed that because of lower cholesterol from statin use, it led to depletion of central nervous system myelin, the insulation layer protecting neurons that allow fast neurotransmission.
Have you noticed that you feel more overwhelmed, mentally foggy, more irritable or stressed, or that it is simply harder to function when taking a statin drug or other medication that depletes Q10?
More information may be found in the article CoQ10: Critical Nutrient for Mitochondria and Organs
