Astaxanthin [asta-zan-thin] is a powerful antioxidant that provides a diverse range of health benefits, including improved immunity, better stress tolerance, brain nutrition, enhanced metabolism, better muscle function, less eye strain, UV-light protection, improved male fertility, and better cardiovascular fitness.*
Astaxanthin is from the carotene antioxidant family. It has unique properties that enable it to provide protection throughout the entire cell membrane and within the cell, including the mitochondria.*
Researchers have found that astaxanthin can offset the stress of excess fat and sugar on the immune system, helping to keep the immune system active and energized. It has also been shown to reduce oxidative stress caused by exercise and improve muscle function and fat metabolism.*
Astaxanthin also provides antioxidant protection to LDL and HDL cholesterol and has been shown to improve triglyceride metabolism.*
Studies show astaxanthin can protect the skin from UV-radiation and improve skin appearance and quality.* It is an outstanding antioxidant for eye health, helping to protect eyesight and reduce eye straining.*
As a brain antioxidant, astaxanthin is able to activate the potent brain repair signal BDNF and support the nervous system.*
With the wide range of health benefits that astaxanthin can provide, it is an excellent addition to a daily supplement program.*
Quality Highlights
Wellness Resources Astaxanthin is superior quality AstaReal®, a natural astaxanthin supplement sourced from the marine microalgae Haematococcus pluvialis. Wellness Resources Astaxanthin contains 6mg of AstaReal® astaxanthin per capsule.
