Thanks to advances in technology, society has made a large number of discoveries in different areas, but the most notable have been in the health sector, and this is due to the fact that most pharmaceutical companies are searching for the "universal panacea" (slowing down the effects of aging at the molecular level).
What are carotenoids?
To explain it simply, it can be said that carotenoids are a wide range of “colors” found naturally in all living organisms that need the sun to photosynthesize; such as fruits, vegetables, plants, algae, microorganisms, etc.
Carotenoids are precursors to many vitamins that the human body needs for normal antioxidant functions. A well-known example is the carotene found in carrots, which is responsible for their pigmentation, and there are many others responsible for the pigmentation of lobsters, salmon, and others.
The power of antioxidants
Several scientific studies support that the intake of dietary supplements made from carotenoids benefits our health and the maintenance of the human body.
In this article we will focus on astaxanthin, which is present in large quantities in certain types of microalgae, especially in Haematococcus Pluvialis and Chlorococcum…, and in animals that consume algae such as salmon, red or pink trout, some crustaceans, etc.
Astaxanthin is characterized by its orange-red color with golden hues and for bringing numerous health benefits.
The benefits of consuming astaxanthin
The effects of this supplement are surprising. When taken daily, it helps combat inflammatory diseases, metabolic problems, cardiovascular deficiencies, gastrointestinal and liver diseases, as well as neurodegenerative, skin, and eye diseases. It improves male fertility and has an excellent antioxidant-boosting effect, slowing the aging process at the molecular level.
Below, we list 6 of the main benefits main benefits of taking an astaxanthin supplement:
- Neutralization of the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects in the central nervous system resulting in a “slow aging” process.
- Neutralization of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects in the brain and eyes, promoting memory and various brain functions.
- Stimulating collagen production, improving skin firmness, reducing wrinkles and expression lines.
- Promotes greater skin resistance to ultraviolet radiation.
- A great ally in preventing many of the cardiovascular problems existing.
- Strengthens the immune system against external agents.
Taking all this into consideration, we can conclude that astaxanthin is currently the most powerful carotenoid-derived antioxidant molecule that nature has made available to us.