Astaxanthin, King of antioxidants

Astaxanthin has special a property that can protect cell membranes both inside and outside of the cell membrane. As a result, astaxanthin can protect cells more comprehensively. Therefore, it is considered the best of the most effective antioxidants available of this era.

Astaxanthin is a red pigment that is classified as a pigment in the xanthophyll group, which is in the carotenoid family. It is normally found in nature, such as in the muscles and eggs of sea creatures. It is mostly found in red microalgae, haematococcus pluvialis species. These red algae will produce “astaxanthin”, a natural antioxidant to protect themselves from being washed away by sea water and the sun burns.

Benefits of astaxanthin

Astaxanthin is a food component that has medicinal benefits or health benefits, including the prevention and treatment of disease. In addition, astaxanthin is used to treat dementia, Parkinson’s disease, and cholesterol.

For women, a study has shown that astaxanthin has a role in helping to slow down the deterioration of the body in various parts. The Japanese research found that wrinkles in women whether around the corner of the eye, the size of the dark spots on the cheeks, skin elasticity, skin moisture, and the corneocyte skin cells in the epidermal layer have become better. In men, a study shows that wrinkles around the corners of the eyes are reduced. Skin elasticity and skin hydration have improved. It also reduces skin water loss. It can be concluded that taking astaxanthin supplements is beneficial to the skin health of both men and women. In Japan, it is found that the majority of the population is aging slowly and living longer than other countries. The main thing is that Japanese people prefer to consume seaweed as a daily food than other nations.

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