Morning vitamin trick: How one supplement boosts energy and protects your sleep

Why it’s best to take it in the morning

According to Frontiersin, coenzyme Q10 can boost energy and reduce fatigue. The supplement is absorbed slowly, with blood levels peaking approximately 6–8 hours after intake.

Taking it in the morning after waking ensures that its energizing effect peaks during the day and begins to taper off in the evening before sleep.

It’s important to take CoQ10 with food. Being fat-soluble, it is better absorbed when taken after a meal containing healthy fats, which helps maximize its benefits. Examples of such foods include:

• Avocado;

• Olive oil;

• Nuts;

• Fatty fish;

• Flax seeds;

• Chia seeds;

Factors affecting absorption

The best time to take coenzyme Q10 can depend on lifestyle, individual health needs, and other factors:

• CoQ10 may interact with some medications, such as statins for high cholesterol.

• Some people may be more sensitive to CoQ10’s energizing effect. If you feel unusually active at night after taking it, you may need to adjust the timing.

Recommended daily doses vary by age, health status, and purpose:

• General health support: 30–100 mg per day;

• Cardiovascular issues, high cholesterol: 100–200 mg per day.

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