12 May 2016
The Antioxidant Power of Astaxanthin
Astaxanthin is one of the most powerful antioxidants among the carotenoids. It’s a pigment found in salmon, shrimp, and other foods.
Scientific investigation into astaxanthin’s health-associated properties has been fairly recent, exposing a number of impressive benefits.
So far, this powerful carotenoid has been associated with protective effects against cardiovascular disease risk factors, eye issues, and a range of other conditions.
Astaxanthin Offers Cardiovascular Protection
Studies have uncovered the ability of astaxanthin to inhibit the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol leading researchers to conclude that it may help protect against atherosclerosis.1
Additional research has shown astaxanthin’s cardio-protective effects …read more