Red Algae Extract (Astaxanthin)Astaxanthin is a type of carotenoid. Modern scientific research has found that astaxanthin possesses multiple health-promoting effects, leading to its widespread use in nutritional supplements.
Astaxanthin naturally occurs in algae and marine organisms,with the primary source for extraction being Haematococcus pluvialis. This unicellular green alga, which lives in freshwater, has a high nutritional value. It exhibits extraordinary adaptability; when faced with environmental threats, its cells rapidly accumulate large amounts of astaxanthin as a self-protection mechanism, demonstrating powerful vitality.
The molecular structure of astaxanthin is similar to that of β-carotene and lutein but contains additional OH and C=O groups, which effectively increases the hydrophilic properties of the molecule.
Possessing both lipophilic and hydrophilic characteristics, astaxanthin can traverse the phospholipid bilayer of the cell membrane, allowing it to exert its unique effects both inside and outside the cell.
It is recommended to take astaxanthin with or after a meal, particularly with foods containing fat, to enhance its absorption.
Sourced from Israel, where stable sunlight provides an ideal growth environment, this extract is produced using a patented technology for cultivating microalgae in a closed system. This photobioreactor facility eliminates chemical, physical, and microbiological contamination, yielding astaxanthin of high purity and bioactivity.
