CoQ10 for Eyes

Does using CoQ10 for eyes help to reduce the risk of cataracts? What about macular degeneration?


Coenzyme Q10 is essential for energy generation by every cell in our body. It also has potent antioxidant effects. In part, the development of cataract starts with oxidative stress on the lens.

This eventually causes the cells to break down and clouding of the lens occurs.

For those individuals suffering from cataract or age-related macular degeneration (AMD), an “eye vitamin” rich in antioxidants are often recommended. But you seldom hear health care professionals making recommendations to take a CoQ10 supplement.

The complete review Health Benefits of Coenzyme Q10 talks about all the benefits of CoQ10 so we won’t mention them here.


Here’s one clinical study:

Improvement of visual functions and fundus alterations in early age-related macular degeneration treated with a combination of acetyl-L-carnitine, n-3 fatty acids, and coenzyme Q10.
Feher J, et al. (Ophthalmologica. 2005 May-Jun;219(3):154-66.)

In this study, the researchers showed that taking antioxidants such as omega-3 fatty acids, L-carnitine and coenzyme Q10 help to reduce the risk of macular degeneration.

Another study showed that the CoQ10 levels in the retina can decline by up to 40% with age. The experts suspect that reduced antioxidant protection from coenzyme Q10 can lead to the development of macular degeneration. Here’s the reference to this study.

Coenzyme Q10 in the human retina.
Qu J, et al. (Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci. 2009 Apr;50(4):1814-8.)


Recommended Dose of CoQ10 for eyes

We suggest taking 100 mg daily of a CoQ10 supplement along with an “eye vitamin” that include lutein to protect your eyes against macular degeneration and cataract development.


For a COMPLETE set of articles that talk about all the health benefits of CoQ10 see Coenzyme Q10 Information. You will not be disappointed with what you will find.

---

Related Articles and Resources

Get the FULL Review on Coenzyme Q10

Articles on the Health Benefits of CoQ10

References for Coenzyme Q10 for Eyes