Return podcast guest and Designs for Health Chief Science Officer Dr. Barrie Tan is back on the Conversations for Health podcast for a continuation of our conversation about Vitamin E and Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10). Together we discuss Dr. Tan's invention of the combined CoQ10 and GG compound, key differences and similarities of ubiquinone and ubiquinol, and CoQ10 as a memory retention and agent that can counteract adverse effects of statin medications. Dr. Tan details his discovery of the benefits of the annatto plant and highlights the encouraging research findings regarding tocotrienol use in neurological health for those who are dedicated to improving the aging process.

I'm your host, Evelyne Lambrecht, thank you for designing a well world with us.

Key Takeaways:

[2:32] Dr. Barrie Tan details his invention of the combined CoQ10 and GG compound.

[5:13] Key differences and similarities of ubiquinone and ubiquinol.

[10:26] The dual benefits of both taking and making ubiquinol with GG to address a mitochondrial dysfunction energy deficit as we age.

[12:23] Identifying the functioning location of CoQ10 in particular cells.

[16:58] Dr. Tan explains his GG and CoQ10 recommendations for statin users.

[27:27] Dosing ranges for GG based on age, MK-4 levels, and other health concerns.

[33:23] Future research possibilities on compound GG include body fat, energy transfers, and body temperature regulation.

[38:36] Addressing concerns regarding tocopherols that are commonly found in food.

[41:35] The environmental impact of sourcing annatto plants.

[45:03] Dr. Tan reflects on his experience of finding the annatto plant.

[48:56] Research findings regarding tocotrienol use in neurological health.

Episode Resources:

Dr. Barrie Tan

The Truth About Vitamin E: The Secret to Thriving with Annatto Tocotrienols

Design for Health Resources:

Designs for Health

Tocotrienols White Paper

Blog: Combination of Geranylgeraniol + Ubiquinol to Support Mitochondrial Function

Blog: CoQ10 Helps Promote Mitochondrial Function

Blog: Bisphosphonates and Bone Health: Is There a Role for Geranylgeraniol?

Blog: Vitamin E Tocotrienols, Metabolic Health, and Healthy Aging

Webinar: Lipid-Soluble Nutrients in Metabolic Syndrome: The Supportive Roles of Tocotrienols, Resveratrol, and Vitamin D

Presentation: Dr. Barrie Tan at CASI 2022: Annatto Tocotrienol & Geranylgeraniol

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