Astaxanthin 8 mg Sustained-Release Softgels from Natural Algae
This supplement contains astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis, a red microalga that naturally produces this unique carotenoid. Each daily dose of two softgels provides 8 mg of astaxanthin, supplemented with vitamin C and vitamin E. Read below to learn more about the composition.
What astaxanthin is and where it comes from
Astaxanthin is a fat-soluble carotenoid. This is the same group of substances that makes carrots orange and tomatoes red. However, astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis has a different profile than beta-carotene or lycopene. LUTO uses AstaReal for this purpose, a Swedish brand extract known for its consistent purity and concentration. This is not the same as a generic algae extract. AstaReal is controlled-grown, making the amount of astaxanthin per batch predictable.
Why vitamin C and E are in the same softgel
In addition to astaxanthin, the softgel contains vitamin C and vitamin E. Astaxanthin and vitamin E are fat-soluble, while vitamin C is water-soluble. Vitamin E contributes to the protection of cells against oxidative stress. Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells against oxidative stress and to the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E.
Why the astaxanthin softgels contain sunflower oil
Astaxanthin is fat-soluble. Therefore, the astaxanthin in these softgels is dissolved in sunflower oil. It is preferable to take the softgels during a meal that contains some fat. Vitamin C also contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and to a normal energy-yielding metabolism.
The dosage of 8 mg per day
Two softgels provide 8 mg of astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis per day; do not exceed this amount. If you prefer a lower dose, you can also start with one softgel per day. That provides 4 mg of astaxanthin, 60 mg of vitamin C, and 10 mg of vitamin E. The product is gluten-free, lactose-free, and GMO-free. Production takes place in Europe according to ISO 9001 and HACCP standards.
This formula has been deliberately kept compact. No long list of twenty ingredients, but three substances: astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis, vitamin E, and vitamin C.