Vitals Astamax 6 mg Vitals Astamax 6 mg
Carotenoids are yellow to reddish pigments that occur naturally in plants and certain microorganisms. They play a key role in energy transfer during photosynthesis. They also protect these organisms from the harmful effects of sunlight. Astaxanthin, a very special carotenoid with a characteristic red color, is produced naturally by plankton, algae, and some plants, fungi, and bacteria. The highest concentration of astaxanthin is found in the green microalgae Haematococcus pluvialis (which is also the source of Vitals' Astamax).
Astaxanthin enters the food chain via plankton and algae, providing the pinkish-red pigment in aquatic animals such as salmon, trout, shrimp, crab, lobster, and crayfish, as well as some birds like the flamingo. For these animals, astaxanthin acts as a vitamin-like substance. Due to its unique properties, astaxanthin has the ability to occupy the optimal hydrophilic and hydrophobic positions in the lipid bilayer of cell and mitochondrial membranes.
Superior source and production method
The astaxanthin selected by Vitals is AstaREAL®, from the Swedish manufacturer of the same name, AstaReal, the pioneer and expert in natural astaxanthin. AstaReal is the first in the world to develop and produce astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis. More than 40 human studies have now been conducted with AstaREAL®. AstaReal's production method is unique and ensures pure, natural astaxanthin with the highest concentrations and the highest quality. AstaREAL® is not an extract but a "whole food." The algae containing astaxanthin is harvested at the optimal time and fully utilized, unlike other (Hawaiian) production methods, where the algae are grown in open tanks and the astaxanthin must be extracted prematurely to prevent contamination with unwanted microorganisms.
High dosage
Because research shows that higher doses (6-12 mg per day) are often recommended, Astamax contains no less than 6 mg of astaxanthin per softgel capsule, supplemented with the antioxidants vitamin C and vitamin E.
- Vitamin C and vitamin E help protect cells against oxidative damage
Compound
| Composition per daily dose of 1 softgel:
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% RI
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| Astaxanthin (AstaREAL®) |
6 mg |
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| Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) |
75 mg |
94% |
| Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol) |
12 mg-TE** |
100% |
| * RI = Reference Intake |
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| ** mg-TE = mg d-alpha tocopherol equivalents |
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| AstaREAL® is a registered trademark of AstaReal AB. |
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Ingredients Sunflower oil (Helianthus annuus), bovine gelatin (softgel capsule), Haematococcus pluvialis (green algae; contains astaxanthin), L-ascorbic acid, humectant (glycerol), stabilizer (beeswax), purified water, d-alpha tocopherol, emulsifier (sunflower lecithin).
Usage Take 1 softgel per day with a meal and water.
Contains astaxanthin. Not suitable for children under 14 years of age. Do not use in combination with other axtaxanthin-containing products.
Storage instructions Store in a dry, closed container at room temperature
Manufacturer / Distributor Vitals Nutritional Supplements,
Pieter Lieftinckweg 29,
1505 HX Zaandam
This product is a dietary supplement.
Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
A varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important. A dietary supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet.
Keep out of reach of young children.
Store in a dry, closed container at room temperature, unless otherwise advised on the label.
Consult an expert before using supplements in case of pregnancy, lactation, taking medication or illness.
