Stress and pregnancy (prenatal and perinatal) Generally, stress during pregnancy has been associated with an increased risk for a number of negative outcomes in children. This topic aims to provide greater understanding of the potential effects of maternal stress on the mother, the fetus, and the childâs development.
Other plant-based products containing CoQ10 include walnuts, peanuts, soybeans, spinach, azuki beans, wheat germ and whole grains. A 1/2-cup serving of boiled, chopped broccoli contains 0.5 milligrams. Eating these foods raw provides the greatest amounts of coenzyme Q10, as heating changes the qualities of the enzyme.
Fruits and vegetables contain minimal amounts of CoQ10 and are not likely to be a primary source of the nutrient. One-half cup of boiled, chopped broccoli or cauliflower contains 0.5 and 0.4 milligrams of CoQ10, respectively, according to the Linus Pauling Institute. Oranges and strawberries contain small amounts of CoQ10. It is important to note that when foods are fried, they lose a percentage of CoQ10, which does not occur when foods are boiled.