Organic Astaxanthin 12 mg 90 Capsules

Organic Astaxanthin 12mg — The Most Potent Fat-Soluble Antioxidant for Brain, Eye, and Whole-Body Protection

Dr. Mercola Organic Astaxanthin delivers 12mg of natural astaxanthin per capsule from organic Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae — the richest known natural source of this extraordinary fat-soluble carotenoid. Natural astaxanthin from H. pluvialis is produced by the algae as a survival mechanism under conditions of nutrient stress and intense UV radiation, creating exceptionally high concentrations of this protective compound. It is structurally distinct from synthetic astaxanthin (which is derived from petrochemicals and is not bioequivalent) and from animal-derived astaxanthin in salmon and shrimp, which is present at far lower concentrations.

Astaxanthin's antioxidant potency is extraordinary even among potent antioxidants: estimated at 6,000x greater than vitamin C, 550x greater than vitamin E, 40x greater than beta-carotene, and 5x greater than zeaxanthin in specific singlet oxygen quenching assays. Its molecular structure spans the full cell membrane bilayer, allowing it to protect both inner and outer membrane surfaces simultaneously — something no other known antioxidant can do. Critically, astaxanthin crosses both the blood-brain barrier and the blood-retinal barrier, making it one of the very few antioxidants capable of directly protecting neural tissue, the optic nerve, and the retina from oxidative damage. Unlike beta-carotene, it cannot be converted to vitamin A and does not become pro-oxidant at high concentrations.

• 12mg natural astaxanthin per capsule from organic Haematococcus pluvialis
• Crosses blood-brain and blood-retinal barriers — direct neural and retinal protection
• Full membrane bilayer span — protects both inner and outer cell membrane surfaces
• Non-pro-oxidant — safe at high doses, cannot convert to vitamin A
• 90 capsules per bottle — 90-day supply; USDA Organic, non-GMO, gluten-free

Take 1 capsule daily with a fat-containing meal for optimal carotenoid absorption, or as directed by your healthcare provider.