August 2016 PMID 26212172

Effect of coenzyme Q10 plus nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide supplementation on maximum heart rate after exercise testing in chronic fatigue syndrome - A randomized, controlled, double-blind trial.

Jesus Castro-Marrero, Naia Sáez-Francàs, María Jose Segundo, Natalia Calvo, Mónica Faro, Luisa Aliste, Tomás Fernández de Sevilla, Jose Alegre

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The discussions collectively recognize the study's evidence for CoQ10 and NADH reducing maximum heart rate in fatigued patients, with some users emphasizing personal or clinical importance. Words like 'help with tachycardia' and references to 'evidence' show a balance of interest and validation, while mentions of Long Covid and CFS demonstrate perceived real-world impact.

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Most discussions acknowledge the study's findings that supplementation can reduce maximum heart rate and fatigue, supporting the idea that CoQ10 and NADH may be beneficial.

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Participants show moderate interest, referencing both the scientific details and implications for conditions like Long Covid and CFS.

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Abstract in brief

This study investigated whether taking Coenzyme Q10 plus NADH could help improve symptoms like fatigue and heart function in patients with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS).
The 8-week double-blind trial with 80 participants found that those taking the supplements had a lower maximum heart rate during exercise and reported less fatigue compared to a placebo group, though pain and sleep quality did not change significantly.
Overall, the supplementation appeared safe and potentially beneficial for reducing certain symptoms of CFS, but larger studies are needed to confirm these effects.]

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Re: the heart palps specifically: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26212172/

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#CFSME #LongCovid #LongCovidGroups One way to help with tachycardia. https://t.co/bBbRd9BprX

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RT @PeptideScience: CoQ10 and NAD+ lower max heart rate after exercise in fatigued patients. NAD+ https://t.co/V9IBfkTRQJ Effect of Coenz…

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RT @PeptideScience: CoQ10 and NAD+ lower max heart rate after exercise in fatigued patients. NAD+ https://t.co/V9IBfkTRQJ Effect of Coenz…

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Effect of coenzyme Q10 plus nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide supplementation on maximum heart rate after exercise testing in chronic fatigue syndrome - A randomized, controlled, double-blind trial.

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