Astaxanthin is 6000x stronger than Vitamin C
To those who think Astaxanthin is nonsense, we like to say: Think again! This antioxidant is active everywhere in the body. From your eyes to your skin. What exactly Astaxanthin is, what else it is good for and what scientists have to say about this powerful antioxidant, you can read all about it in our blog!
In this blog:
- What is the best antioxidant?
- What is Astaxanthin good for?
- Nourish your skin from within!
- Natural vs. Synthetic Astaxanthin
- Scientists' interest in Astaxanthin
- Advice
- Summary
What is the best antioxidant?
The best antioxidant is the super antioxidant Astaxanthin. Did you know that this antioxidant is 6000 times stronger than vitamin C? Astaxanthin comes from the blood rain algae and belongs to the carotenoid family. This red algae grows in waters such as lakes and ponds, but also occurs in the Arctic sea area. The astaxanthin from this algae is also called the most powerful antioxidant in nature and is also called 'The Red Gold'. We all need antioxidants, because they protect the body against free radicals from outside. Thanks to astaxanthin, salmon, lobster and flamingo, among others, turn a beautiful pink. These animals need astaxanthin to survive. And it is becoming increasingly clear that it is also a very interesting substance for humans.
What is Astaxanthin good for?
Astaxanthin is active throughout the body. The immune system is supported and regulated by the action of this powerful antioxidant. It is good for, among other things:
- Protection against UV radiation: Much research has been done into the effects of Astaxanthin and it shows that it provides natural protection against UV damage.* UV damage is the main cause of premature skin aging.
- Eye health: Supports eye health.* The red pigment from the algae concentrates in the eye, protecting it from UV light. This prevents damage to the light cells, called photoreceptors. That is why it is good to use as a preventive measure against cataracts (cataract and glaucoma) and macular degeneration.
- Heart and blood vessels*: Supports health
- The skin*: Can contribute to healthy skin
- Muscle function*: May contribute to healthy muscle function
- Cartilage*: Healthy cartilage
- Intestines*: Healthy intestines
These are other health claims.*Permitted EFSA claims
Nourish your skin from within!
Your skin is exposed to free radicals every day. Sunlight and air pollution, among other things, cause oxidative stress. This is a process that causes aging. By means of healthy nutrition with Vitamin A, C and E you get antioxidants that slow down and counteract this process. Research has shown that astaxanthin is the most powerful natural antioxidant that exists and helps to optimally protect and improve the condition of the skin.
Natural vs. Synthetic Astaxanthin
Astaxanthin supplements come in two forms, natural versus synthetic. The more expensive versions contain the red pigment from the blood rain algae and the cheaper version contains a chemical version produced from petroleum. The latter is said to be less effective, namely 20 to 50 times weaker than the natural version. Furthermore, the scientific studies are conducted with the natural version, therefore there is no evidence that the synthetic version is safe and offers the same health benefits. The natural is better, faster and more completely absorbed by the body.
The interest of scientists
Scientists are becoming increasingly interested. Astaxanthin is the most powerful natural antioxidant that exists, many times stronger than Vitamin C and E, for example. Antioxidants are known to counteract and eliminate the effects of free radicals. Free radicals are harmful elements that we are exposed to every day. Think of sunlight, stress, heavy physical labor, but also inhaling exhaust fumes, smog, cigarette smoke, pesticides and cleaning agents. Fortunately, our body is equipped with its own defense mechanism, namely antioxidants. It is important that the body has sufficient antioxidants to be able to control free radicals. Astaxanthin appears to be very suitable for this, perhaps even the best antioxidant that exists. It has the same length and thickness as a cell membrane. This provides better protection against cellular damage than any other antioxidant.
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Summary
We have now debunked the fact that Astaxanthin is nonsense. This red algae is active in our entire body and our immune system is also supported and regulated by this powerful antioxidant. In addition to the fact that this antioxidant is good for your body, it also offers benefits for the outside of your body. Research has shown that the condition of your skin is also optimally protected and improved. Our body naturally has its own defense mechanism to protect us from harmful elements, such as sunlight, stress and cigarette smoke. But it is important to provide your body with sufficient antioxidants. Astaxanthin is suitable for this, because it has the same length and thickness as a cell membrane.
