Astaxanthin (also known as cell algae flavin or shrimp red element), is one of the carotenoids, as a strong natural antioxidant. Like other carotenoids, astaxanthin belongs to a kind of fat soluble and water soluble pigment, the shrimp, crab, salmon, algae and other Marine creatures can be found.
Astaxanthin is produced by some algae and plankton. Some aquatic species, including shrimp, shellfish all eating these algae and plankton, and then store the pigment in the shell, so their appearance is pink
Astaxanthin is discovered in nature the strongest antioxidant, its antioxidant activity than existing antioxidants.
The health care efficacy of astaxanthin:
1: Protect your eyes, and central nervous
2: Uv radiation
3: To prevent cardiovascular disease
4: Enhance immunity
5: Alleviate fatigue, strengthen the metabolism of the body