Saturday 13 April 2013

What is Astaxanthin? What does it do?


Refine Beauty Collagen contains Astaxanthin.

Astaxanthin is a reddish lipid soluble pigment that belongs to a group of natural pigments known as xanthophylls, a subcategory of the carotenoid family. It occurs naturally in certain algae and causes the pink or red color in salmon, trout, lobster, shrimp, and other seafood.

How does it work?
Astaxanthin is an antioxidant, protecting cells from damage. Astaxanthin also improve the way immune system functions.

Uses of Astaxanthin?
Astaxanthin is used for treating Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and eye problems such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It is also used for preventing cancer. It also improves recovery after stroke, reducing cholesterol levels and reducing skin damage from ultraviolet (UV) light.


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