Can CoQ10 Improve Egg Quality and Sperm Health for TTC? A Fertility Doctor's Review

In this video, I separate fact from fiction about CoQ10 and its impact on your fertility. I share my expert insights and the latest research on this popular supplement.
In this video, you'll learn:
• What CoQ10 is and how it works in your body
• The potential side effects of CoQ10 and how to take it safely
• The evidence behind CoQ10's impact on female and male fertility
• What I recommend to my own patients trying to conceive
• Tips for choosing the right CoQ10 supplement and dosage
Whether you're just starting your fertility journey or have been trying for a while, this video will give you the information you need to make informed decisions about CoQ10 and your reproductive health.
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🎬 Chapters:
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0:00 Introduction
2:02 What is CoQ10?
3:38 How Does CoQ10 Work?
4:42 Side Effects of CoQ10
5:43 CoQ10 and Female Fertility
11:13 CoQ10 and Male Fertility
14:03 Recommendations to My Patients
17:14 Conclusion
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👉 References
Review article of nutrients for IVF - CoQ10 included
Hart et al. 2024 RBMO
www.rbmojournal.com/action/sh...
Review article with details of CoQ10
Rodriguez-Valera 2021 J Molecular Science
www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/22/17/...
CoQ10 levels decrease in levels with age - specifically withing follicular fluid
Ben-Meir et al. 2015 Fert Stert
www.sciencedirect.com/science...
Animal studies showing improved egg and embryo quality with CoQ10 supplementation
journals.sagepub.com/doi/full...
Randomized controlled trial CoQ10 aneuploidy rates in women doing IVF/ICSI
Bentov et al. 2014 Sage
journals.sagepub.com/doi/full...
Review article on antioxidants (including CoQ10) and male fertility
Kaltsas et al. Medicine 2023
www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/59/10/...
Sperm motility improved in men given CoQ10
Balercia, G.2009 Fert Stert
www.fertstert.org/article/S00...
ABOUT : Lora Shahine, MD, is a double board certified reproductive endocrinologist and OBGYN currently practicing at Pacific NW Fertility in Seattle, WA. Originally from North Carolina, Dr. Shahine graduated with a Bachelor of Science in biology from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, and completed her training in medical school at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of California at San Francisco, and fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at Stanford University.
As Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Washington and Director of the Center of Recurrent Pregnancy Loss at Pacific NW Fertility, she is committed to providing excellence in patient care, teaching the next generation of women’s healthcare providers, and continuing research in the fields of fertility and recurrent miscarriage. She has published over 75 peer-reviewed research projects and is an active member of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, Seattle Gynecology Society, and the Babyquest Fertility Grant organization. Dr. Shahine is an accomplished author including 'Planting the Seeds of Pregnancy: An Integrative Approach to Fertility Care' and best-selling book, 'Not Broken: An Approachable Guide to Miscarriage and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss.'
Whether through her research, books, lectures, or active social media presense Dr. Shahine is passionate about educating on reproductive health and supporting the feritlity community.
DISCLAIMER: The content contained herein is provided for informational and/or entertainment purposes only and not intended as a substitute for advice provided by a healthcare professional. Use the provided information at your own risk. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, please contact your health care provider.
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[@abbykennedy9275]

This was a very timely video. I'm 43 trying to conceive and I just ordered some Co-Q10 yesterday for my husband and I. Thank you for the helpful information!

[@IsmsbyJosie]

Very timely! Just saw a new Dr. To try again. I'll be 41. She says that I can take it too! Didn't know about this! 🤞🙏 wishing the best for you!!! 💚

[@Misslou2425]

Same! Best of luck to us all!!!

[@mafercruz9320]

Make sure you buy the active form of Co-Q10, Ubiquinol. It’s more bioavailable and easier to absorb.

[@drlorashahine]

I'm so glad it was helpful 😀 Thank you so much for watching ❤

[@guillerminaortiz1242]

I pray you have and healthy Beautiful baby. Sending baby dust!

[@iphonelogoloop]

You’re so wonderful! Thank you for all you do ❤

[@ScentualP]

I conceived from the first try at 39 and been taking this supplement for 3 years ... wonder if it's safe to continue in pregnancy? I'm 17 weeks now ❤

[@airamairam3217]

Thank you so much Dr. Lora, I’m your new subscriber ☺️😍 I’m gonna try this supplement.

[@drlorashahine]

Welcome to our community! Thank you so much for subscribing and for watching ❤️

[@001firestar]

Nvm I comment in the middle of the video. Thank you for all your help. You rock!

[@drlorashahine]

Happy to help! Thank you so much for watching ❤️

[@IsmsbyJosie]

Great video!!! Oh wow, I did 9 and 11 eggs retrieved, 3 good embryos last year. With my new doctor, she suggested taking supplements for both of us. So hopefully we can get more eggs and embryos with Coq10! 🍍🍍🍍🤞🤞🙏💚💚💚 thank you for sharing hope!!!

[@drlorashahine]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you for watching 😊 I'm wishing you all the success on your journey ❤🍍

[@alixiboat]

just came across your video, was taking CAREONE Coq-10 200MG but started have rashes so i have put a stop to it for later.is it ok if i take once a week. just got myself B12,B6,Ovaria

[@nehadahmed8766]

Informative....My wife is taking CoQ10 200mg last 3-4 months. She is 37yrs now, experienced 3 times miscarriages. Her AMH level was 0.28 ng/mL 3months ago before taking CoQ10 but now it is 0.03 ng/mL. She has tyroid but under control. She has diabetes and was controlled....Suddenly HBA1C level increases to 7.4 but it was 6.4~6.6. Is this the only reason for the AMH level dropping more within months? We are planning for a baby

[@001firestar]

How many do we take? 200mg? I also make sure all my vitamins are third-party tested.

[@user-hx6je5kg4kAneta]

I take Coq10. Ubichinol 100 mg daily. The question remains - should that be continued when pregnant ? My doctor says that has not been tested, so to stop in case of pregnancy in other words.

[@AmandaJ219]

Silly question I’m sure but does it matter if it’s a gummy? I tried taking the pill before and I literally choked on it 🙄 so I switched to a gummy. Yet I can take regular prenatal, no problem. I think it was the shape!

[@kavitachopra1621]

Is it ok to take ultra-Q300 ?

[@Sarah-zl6yd]

Can you take CoQ10 throughout pregnancy or just while trying to conceive?

[@ekaparnika323]

Hi ma'am I from India I am 34 and suffering from pcos ,i will not get my periods with out medicine 💊. Try for second baby from past7 years,it is possible I have undergone 5 iui

[@Irrelevantmaddy]

This might seem like a random connection, but I’ve heard of similar effects on mitochondria from continuous zone 2 training with running. Is this somehow connected to the effects of CoQ10?

[@tajzaful]

Can I take NAC and Coq10 together? Im 37 and about to start ttc.

[@swethar7114]

Is it safe to take coq10??

[@rukayyaibrahim2800]

Hello Dr. I am 35 and never had issue getting pregnant, I have a healthy regular cycle. My question is can I take this Coq10 to improve my egg quality? Or it's not meant for someone with regular cycle? Thanks for the information ❤

[@drlorashahine]

Thank you for watching! Talk to your doctor about your personal situation but I have recommended it to my patients with regular cycles.

[@aminayusuf517]

What if i take the one that only says coenzyme coq10, where i live I couldn’t find ubiquinol or ubiquinone.

[@Edenyouseff]

Usually if it says coenzyme coq10 it is likely the ubiquinone which the body turns into ubiquinol. It’s still good & it’s the same thing pretty much.

[@aminayusuf517]

@@Edenyouseff great, thank you so much for the info dear

[@andreajeanrosario6840]

I’m 43, had 3 children late in 30’s and had my 1st MMC 3 weeks ago💔. It was chromosome 16. We are trying again after negative test, QUESTION will this abnormality happen again?

[@drlorashahine]

I'm so sorry ❤ I'd advise you to ask your medical provider for answers to your personal situation, as I can't give personal medical advice on social media. I hope my content on my website drlorashahine.com can help - there you can find links to my books at amazon.com, KZbin channel, Baby or Bust Fertility podcast, blog, Instagram, Tiktok and more! Best wishes ❤🤞🍍

[@PriyankaNS1013]

What brands do u recommend

[@hdrbc28]

same question for me!

[@chandramoulimm2703]

​@same herehdrbc28

[@mandyz7032]

Can you talk about NMN

[@drlorashahine]

This is a great topic for a future video. Thank you for the suggestion and for watching ❤❤

[@ModernLady]

Hi I tried Q10, and my ovulation came at day 9. It’s usually on day 11, so I panicked and stopped. Should I try again? Is there a way to make ovulation come a bit later?

[@drlorashahine]

Thank you for watching ❤ I'd advise you to ask your medical provider for answers to your personal situation, as I can't give personal medical advice on social media. I hope my content on my website drlorashahine.com can help - there you can find links to my books at amazon.com, KZbin channel, Baby or Bust Fertility podcast, blog, Instagram, Tiktok and more! Best wishes ❤🤞🍍

[@eduhaile5853]

Mod, Was that your first cycle on CoQ10? If yes, May be your body was trying to learn and if I were you I wouldn't stop taking coq10 as long as the supplement you bought was from a trustworthy company. Besides, when we start a new supplement, they may be a change in our system. May the Lord Alfa and Omega shower you with healthy and happy children's. Amen❤

[@ModernLady]

@@eduhaile5853 yes. I already have early ovulation (cd11-12) so I didn’t want it to come even earlier. I just had a miscarriage and while I wait for my body to reset I have decided to try again with the Q10. I’m desperate to become pregnant again. Thanks for the prayers.

[@guillerminaortiz1242]

Does weight forbid these supplements from working? I've lost 35 lbs now and i still can't conceive. I also take Inositol, Vit D, Zinc, Magnesium.

[@drlorashahine]

Thank you for watching ❤ ️ I'd advise you to ask your medical provider for answers to your personal situation, as I can't give personal medical advice on social media. I hope my content on my website drlorashahine.com can help - there you can find links to my books at amazon.com, KZbin channel, Baby or Bust Fertility podcast, blog, Instagram, Tiktok and more! Best wishes ❤️🤞🍍

[@juliannabg5]

Do you recommend taking CoQ10 during pregnancy?

[@drlorashahine]

Some patients stop in pregnancy. I'd advise you to ask your medical provider for answers to your personal situation, as I can't give personal medical advice on social media. I hope my content on my website drlorashahine.com can help - there you can find links to my books at amazon.com, KZbin channel, Baby or Bust Fertility podcast, blog, Instagram, Tiktok and more! Thank you for watching ❤️

[@juliannabg5]

@@drlorashahine thank you for the response

[@spirit9654]

Wht abt men.....,.shud thy use coq10 supplement like women?