botanical Antioxidants Oral

Astaxanthin

Astaxanthin is a potent antioxidant pigment found in algae and seafood, known for its health benefits.

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1 form
Oral

About Astaxanthin

Astaxanthin is a carotenoid pigment known for its powerful antioxidant properties, primarily sourced from microalgae such as Haematococcus pluvialis and found in various seafood. It is recognized for its potential health benefits, including support for skin health, eye health, and exercise performance.

Official resources

Fact sheets from the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements related to this ingredient group.

Dietary Supplement Label Database

Ingredient group data in NutriNav is aligned with the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD).

DSLD group id
12

At a glance

Approval status

supplement

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Astaxanthin
  • Label category: Natural (Algae)
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Type: Antioxidants

Category for Antioxidants ingredients

Potential Benefits

Benefits associated with Astaxanthin forms:

Antioxidant Support Skin Health Eye Health Skin Protection Endurance

Potential Side Effects

Side effects associated with Astaxanthin forms:

None How serious: None Gastrointestinal Discomfort How serious: low Skin discoloration How serious: low

What does the research say?

Astaxanthin has been studied for its antioxidant effects, potential benefits in reducing inflammation, and its role in skin health and eye protection. Various clinical trials and studies have demonstrated its efficacy in these areas.