by Michael Rucker | Jan 17, 2012 | Functional Supplements
Myopathies are diseases of muscle. Given that mitochondria play essential roles in energy regulation and production, it should come as little surprise that mitochondrial myopathy can arise from mitochondrial dysfunction. Tragically, some myopathies can interfere...
by Michael Rucker | Oct 17, 2011 | Functional Supplements
In a recent post, a reader asked if a claim can be made that resveratrol and PQQ are direct opposites of each other. He cited the literature that points to pyrroloquinoline quinone’s role in early growth and the claims made that Resveratrol activates sirtuins in...
by Michael Rucker | Oct 2, 2011 | Functional Supplements
A quick write up on a completely non-scientific PQQ experiment. Since pyrroloquinoline quinone is known for its growth factor qualities I wanted to put it to the test while having a little fun in the process. What you will find in the video below is two Chia Pets side...
by Michael Rucker | Aug 26, 2011 | Functional Supplements
Recently a few readers have been curious about the mitochondriogenesis aspects of PQQ. For instance, if pyrroloquinoline quinone leads to mitochondrial biogenesis through the activation of cell signaling molecules such as AMPK. It has been purposed that when AMPK is...
by Michael Rucker | Jun 17, 2011 | Functional Supplements
Pyrroloquinoline quinine, also known as PQQ, is a redox cofactor and a polyphenolic compound usually found in food plants. So what is PQQ? It is classified as an essential micronutrient because of its usefulness to the body. It is found in the cytoplasm of cells and...
by Michael Rucker | Jun 15, 2011 | Functional Supplements
Does the chemical form of pyrroloquinoline quinone and PQQ disodium salt make a difference for absorption and its biological effects? Many people have noticed that supplement companies are selling products called PQQ but have PQQ disodium salt listed in the...
