Mitochondrial

PQQ

Research / preclinical

Pyrroloquinoline Quinone — mitochondrial biogenesis, often paired with CoQ10.

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Mechanism

Mitochondrial biogenesis. Pyrroloquinoline Quinone — mitochondrial biogenesis, often paired with CoQ10. For full mechanism, dosing protocol, and stacking guidance, ask the AI Advisor or open the compound in-app.

Peer-Reviewed Studies (2)

PQQ Stimulates Mitochondrial Biogenesis

Biochem J · 2010

Demonstrated mitochondrial biogenesis induction in cell models.

PubMed PMID 20184528 →

PQQ Effects on Mitochondrial Function in Humans

Food Funct · 2013

Improved mitochondrial markers in human pilot study.

PubMed PMID 23538425 →

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