A brief introduction to astaxanthin

Astaxanthin is a ketone carotenoid that is widely found in the biological world, especially in the feathers of aquatic animals such as shrimp, crab, fish, and birds. It is a super natural antioxidant that can quench singlet oxygen, It scavenges free radicals and effectively terminates the peroxidative chain reaction, thereby protecting cells from oxidative damage. Astaxanthin is by far the strongest antioxidant found in nature, known as "super vitamin "vitamin E", "super antioxidant". Therefore, astaxanthin is used by more and more people, especially fitness hobby It has become one of the most fashionable nutritional supplements available today.

The efficacy of astaxanthin

1.Astaxanthin is an antioxidant

An important property of astaxanthin is its antioxidant properties, an excellent antioxidant. Studies have shown that astaxanthin is effective in reducing oxidative damage and clearing lactic acid build-up in the body to reduce delayed-onset muscle pain after strenuous exercise, making it ideal for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

2.Astaxanthin can improve stamina

Exercise first depletes glycogen stored in muscles and guts. Regular exercise can lead to glycogen depletion and lower blood sugar, leading to visceral and central fatigue. Astaxanthin not only protects skeletal muscle from oxidative stress damage, but also protects carnitine palmitoyltransferase-I involved in the transport of fatty acids to mitochondria. When the need for large energy expenditure, increase endurance, and prolong exercise time. On the other hand, a large amount of fat is burned, which also consumes the accumulated fat in the human body to achieve the effect of weight loss and body sculpting. Therefore, astaxanthin is favored by professional athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

3.Astaxanthin can ehance immunity

Astaxanthin can significantly enhance the local and systemic immunity of the human body,

This immunomodulatory property, combined with antioxidant properties, has the potential to prevent disease and play an important role in its occurrence and spread. Experiments show that astaxanthin can slow down the decline of immunity caused by aging, improve the immune function of the body, and enhance the resistance to harsh environments. More importantly, astaxanthin can enhance the function of T cells in the body and increase the number of neutrophils involved in human cellular immunity and natural killer cells; astaxanthin can also increase the vitality of B cells in the immune system, eliminate foreign invading pathogens, Activities that assist in the production of antibodies and boosting other immune components come into play.

4.Astaxanthin can prevention of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases

Astaxanthin can reduce the oxidation of apolipoprotein and can be used to prevent arteriosclerosis, coronary heart disease and ischemic brain damage. Astaxanthin activates nitric oxide synthase activity in vascular endothelial cells, dilates blood vessels, lowers blood pressure, and improves blood supply and oxygen supply; at the same time, it can also regulate blood pressure by inhibiting angiotensin II and improving blood viscosity. Astaxanthin can effectively reduce triglyceride, total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein, increase high-density lipoprotein, inhibit the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein, vascular endothelial inflammation and abnormal platelet aggregation, and fundamentally prevent arteriosclerosis and thrombosis. Therefore, astaxanthin is one of the best health care options for preventing cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.

The use of astaxanthin

Shrimp is known as the "king of antioxidants", and some even say that the 21st century is the age of antioxidants. Studies have shown that the general population only needs to eat 4-8 mg of astaxanthin to meet the needs of daily health care, but for active people, they need to consume 8 to 12 mg of astaxanthin per day to achieve anti-fatigue effect. Normally, taking astaxanthin for 4-8 weeks is appropriate. Since astaxanthin is fat-soluble, it is best taken with or after meals to facilitate absorption. An overdose of astaxanthin should not be taken. Excessive use can cause various allergic reactions in the human body, such as a large number of pimples on the skin, or a tingling sensation. At the same time, long-term use of astaxanthin will increase the burden on the stomach, causing abdominal distension and diarrhea, which is not good for the body.

Suppliers of astaxanthin 

Nutra Herb Components Co., Ltd. has been deeply involved in plant extraction for more than ten years, has rich experience in plant extraction, and provides meticulous and professional services, which are very trustworthy for consumers. If you need astaxanthin extract, you can contact us by email: Sales@nutranerbsource.com.

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