Vitamins

CoQ10 (Ubiquinol)

The one to ask about if you're on a statin.

Why it earns a place

Supports mitochondrial energy; clearest case is statin-associated muscle aches.

Who it's for

Heart-health and longevity journeys.

Who should skip it

You're on blood thinners, or you take no heart medication and have no symptoms — food-first still applies.

Dose

100–200mg ubiquinol daily.

Timing

With a fat-containing meal.

Typical price

$25–$55

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Common questions

Ubiquinol or ubiquinone?

Ubiquinol is the reduced form and absorbs better, especially over 40. Ubiquinone is cheaper and still works.

Should I stop my statin instead?

Never on your own. Bring muscle aches to your prescriber — this is a conversation, not a self-swap.

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Vitamin D3 + K2

The gap most northern-winter blood panels actually show.

Dose: 1,000–2,000 IU D3 daily unless your doctor sets a different dose.
Skip it if: Your levels already test in range, or you take a blood thinner (K2 interacts — ask your doctor).

Supplements are optional. Food first — this fills a gap, it doesn't replace meals.

$15–$35

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Curcumin (High-Absorption)

Joint comfort support when mobility work still leaves you stiff.

Dose: 500–1,000mg of a high-absorption form daily.
Skip it if: You take blood thinners, have gallbladder issues, or you're pregnant — ask your doctor first.