Pyrroloquinoline Quinone (PQQ)

Compoundmitochondrial

Redox cofactor found in natto, parsley, green tea, and human breast milk. Studied for stimulation of mitochondrial biogenesis via PGC-1α signaling. Typical dietary intake is well below research doses used in trials.

Food sources

Parsley

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Natto

Glycine max (fermented)

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Green Tea

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Chemistry

IUPAC name: 4,5-dioxo-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-f]quinoline-2,7,9-tricarboxylic acid
Formula: C14H6N2O8
PubChem: CID 1024 →

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