Coenzyme Q10 is needed for basic functioning of human cells. It is produced by the body, but CoQ10 levels are thought to decrease with age. Some people who suffer chronic disease may have low levels as well. These diseases include heart conditions, Parkinson's disease, diabetes, cancer, muscular dystrophies and HIV/AIDS, according to the Mayo Clinic. As a supplement, CoQ10, has received much attention as an aid for a host of conditions. Preliminary research mainly backs claims that CoQ10 may cause some decrease in blood pressure, according to the Mayo Clinic. CoQ10 can be found in several foods.
Red Meat
Red meat is one the richest source of CoQ10, with 2.6mg in a 3-oz. serving, according to Oregon State University's Linus Pauling Institute. Red meat also is an excellent source of energy and protein, and the fatty acids in lean meat can help protect against heart disease, according to the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation of Australia.
Herring
Herring is a source of CoQ10, with 2.3mg in a 3-oz. serving, reveals the Linus Pauling Institute. Herring also is a good source of selenium, vitamin D and vitamin B12 as well as protein, according to NutritionData.com. It's low in cholesterol as well.
Chicken
Chicken has some CoQ10, to the tune of 1.4mg in a 3-oz. serving, according to the Linus Pauling Institute. Chicken is a good source of niacin and protein, and is low in sodium, according to NutritionData.com. It also has selenium. Watch out for fried chicken, however, as this is high in cholesterol.
Oils
Soybean and canola oils both have CoQ10 in them. Soybean oil has 1.3mg per tablespoon, while canola oil has 1mg per tablespoon. Soybean oil is a source of vitamin K as well as omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Canola oil has vitamins E and K, and also is a source of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.
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