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.

🎬 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

Review article with details of CoQ10
Rodriguez-Valera 2021 J Molecular Science

CoQ10 levels decrease in levels with age – specifically withing follicular fluid
Ben-Meir et al. 2015 Fert Stert

Animal studies showing improved egg and embryo quality with CoQ10 supplementation

Randomized controlled trial CoQ10 aneuploidy rates in women doing IVF/ICSI
Bentov et al. 2014 Sage

Review article on antioxidants (including CoQ10) and male fertility
Kaltsas et al. Medicine 2023

Sperm motility improved in men given CoQ10
Balercia, G.2009 Fert Stert

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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[laurita]

I conceived right away the first time.
But for the second time it took a longer time.
After 7 months of trying my OB suggested my husband take CoQ10

First cycle of him taking it and BOOM got pregnant.

8 weeks now. Praying for a healthy pregnancy ♥️

[abbykennedy]

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!

[chloecostello]

I'm 31 have 2 failed ivf cycles never getting a day 5 embryo, I will be taking 600mg ubiquinol daily 4 months before my next ivf cycle, will update later to see if ubiquinol improved my egg quality 🙏

[anneliesmeeuwis]

Thank you Doctor to explain it all. I wish they would do these studies on a bigger scale. Just from my own experience, me and my partner tried to get pregnant longer then one year, I am 36 years old. Then I found this recommendation on the internet to take CoQ10, just me not my partner. And after one month taking the supplement every day I was pregnant. Not sure if it was the supplement, but definitely worth the try! Now 39 weeks pregnant and very excited to meet the baby boy. The supplement I took is Bandini Coenzima Q10 200mg. The same dose as the doctor recommends in the video. I got it on Amazon, it is made in Italy and vegan sold on Amazon. Good luck all on your journey!

[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 ❤

[priusa]

What’s the best brand of coq10? Thank you ❤

[oizagodwin-bello]

You are a wonderful Dr. I appreciate this thank you ma. From
Nigerian, west Africa

[rainbowdivatarot]

Thank You so much for this information. My partner and Myself are over 50 yrs old . Iam 53 years old and he is 52 years old . We really want to have to have a baby . ❤ I pray we will get pregnant soon . Iam going to try taking Qoq10 . I do have a question though . Is it possible for us to get pregnant naturally being over 50 ? We really want to get pregnant naturally . Please pray for us ❤ thank you so much for this information. I’ll be looking for more of your videos much ❤ to You

[hxjekgkAneta]

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.

[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!!!

[priusa]

I have subclinical hypothyroidism. Is it ok to take coq10 for my fertility (I am 41) and if so how much and how often?! Thank you very much doc❤❤

[Queens]

Please am having oligomenorrhea can I take it?

[iphonelogoloop]

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

[emilyb]

When i took q10 300mg daily my cycle got really long, it happened on several trials. I can't be 100% sure but i tried to stop and restart much later. There a mumsnet thread of other women reporting this too. Again we could be pinning it incorrectly on thr co enzyme q10. I'm now taking just 30mg ahd hoping that good food sources help.

[Sarah-zlyd]

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

[nehadahmed]

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

[LeslieLacayo-sl]

Hi doctor! Which brand do you recommend of CoQ10? There are so many and am overwhelmed on which one to buy.

[bayborn]

Informative video! I’ve heard that it’s important to take Co Q10 and other supplements during certain parts of your cycle. Is there any through to this?

[angelinaspeacecampaignadu]

Whats the best supplement to buy for pcos conditions. Im 35 and miscarried ones and have not one since

[andreajeanrosario]

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?