{"product_id":"astaxanthin-6mg","title":"Astaxanthin 6MG","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60 Veg Capsules · 30 to 60 Days Supply · Vegan · Made in Singapore\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-only\"\u003e🌟\u003c\/span\u003eWhy astaxanthin is considered an especially potent antioxidant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAstaxanthin is a red-orange carotenoid produced by the microalgae Haematococcus pluvialis, the same pigment that gives wild salmon and krill their colour. A 2007 laboratory study measured how efficiently a range of common antioxidants neutralise singlet oxygen, a highly reactive form of oxygen generated by UV exposure and normal cellular activity, which damages lipids, proteins, and DNA. The researchers found astaxanthin quenched singlet oxygen roughly 6,000 times more efficiently than vitamin C and around 1,500 times more efficiently than lutein, with astaxanthin showing the strongest activity among every compound tested [1].  Besides, astaxanthin molecular structure allows it sit across the entire width of a cell membrane, rather than staying confined to one side, which is part of why researchers have studied it in tissues that are hard for many antioxidants to meaningfully reach, including the eye and the deeper layers of skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-only\"\u003e🌟\u003c\/span\u003eWhy 6mg \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA dedicated dose-finding study in healthy volunteers identified 6mg per day as the point at which measurable improvements in eye accommodation and eye strain became consistent, with doses above that adding little further benefit. This product's 6mg-per-capsule dose sits directly at that identified level, and the label's 1 to 2 capsule range covers both a standard 6mg dose and a higher 12mg dose for those who want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-only\"\u003e🌟\u003c\/span\u003eWhy Haematococcus pluvialis \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHaematococcus pluvialis is the most extensively studied natural source of astaxanthin, used in the majority of the human clinical trials. Astaxanthin from this algae is not something the body produces on its own, so supplementation or a diet rich in wild salmon or krill are the only ways to raise levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-only\"\u003e🌟\u003c\/span\u003eWhat you get per serving \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAstaxanthin (from Haematococcus pluvialis, Algae) | 6mg | Daily Value not established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing size: \u003c\/strong\u003e1 Vegetable Capsule | \u003cstrong\u003eServings per container:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 | \u003cstrong\u003eSupply:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 to 60 days depending on dose\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVegan | Non-GMO | FDA-Registered Facility | Made in Singapore\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-only\"\u003e🌟\u003c\/span\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Provides antioxidant support \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery day, your body is exposed to unstable molecules that can damage cells over time. Antioxidants help protect your cells by neutralising these molecules. Astaxanthin is one type of antioxidant. A study took fluid samples from 35 people's eyes, comparing each person's own eye before and after they took 6mg of astaxanthin daily for 2 weeks. After taking it, the eye's natural antioxidant activity went up, and signs of oxidative damage went down, both by a significant amount [2].\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Supports healthy eye function \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you spend long hours looking at a screen, your eyes have to keep refocusing, and that gets tiring over time. In a controlled study, the group taking astaxanthin showed a real improvement in how well their eyes could refocus, along with less reported eye strain, compared to the group taking a placebo [3]. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Supports skin health \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSkin naturally loses elasticity and moisture over time, partly due to the same oxidative stress antioxidants help manage. To see if astaxanthin makes a difference, researchers gave one group of 36 healthy men 6mg of astaxanthin a day, as a capsule only, nothing applied to the skin, for 6 weeks. Compared to the placebo group, their skin showed less wrinkle depth, better elasticity, and held on to moisture better [4]. A larger review that pooled together 9 separate studies on astaxanthin and skin confirmed the moisture and elasticity improvements were consistent [5].\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-only\"\u003e🌟\u003c\/span\u003eDirections of Use \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake 1-2 capsules daily with any meal containing healthy fats to enhance absorption, as astaxanthin is a fat-soluble nutrient. Or take as directed by a healthcare professional. Store in a cool and dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividuals with medical conditions should consult a healthcare professional before using any dietary supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-only\"\u003e🌟\u003c\/span\u003eWho is this suitable for? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Adults who spend long hours in front of screens and experience eye strain or fatigue \u003cbr\u003e- Adults interested in supporting skin elasticity and moisture\u003cbr\u003e- Adults looking for an antioxidant with evidence in eye tissue specifically, not just general blood markers \u003cbr\u003e- Vegans and vegetarians, given the vegetable capsule format and algae-derived source \u003cbr\u003e- Adults who prefer a dose grounded in a specific dose-finding study\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-only\"\u003e🌟\u003c\/span\u003eWhy Estalife? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6mg of astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis, the dose and source used in the majority of published human research on eye and skin outcomes. Made and batch tested in our own NSF GMP-certified factory in Ang Mo Kio, Singapore. No middlemen. Sold directly to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you for supporting made in Singapore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why 6mg specifically? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA: \u003c\/strong\u003eA dose-finding study in healthy volunteers found that 6mg per day was the level at which astaxanthin's effects on eye accommodation and eye strain became consistent. We built this product's single-capsule dose around that finding, with the label's 1 to 2 capsule range giving you the option to go higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does this replace sunscreen or treat skin conditions? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The research we cite shows oral astaxanthin was associated with improvements in skin moisture, elasticity, and in some trials wrinkle depth, over 6 or more weeks. It does not provide SPF protection, and it isn't a treatment for any diagnosed skin condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will this fix my eye strain from screen time? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe research we reference found improvements in eye accommodation and subjective eye strain symptoms in screen-heavy workers taking astaxanthin, though at a slightly lower dose 5mg. We'd call this supportive evidence for eye comfort during heavy screen use, not a guaranteed fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is this different from astaxanthin from krill or salmon? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA: \u003c\/strong\u003eHaematococcus pluvialis algae is the most studied source of astaxanthin in human research, including all the trials referenced in this brief. It's also naturally vegan, unlike krill-derived astaxanthin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I take this with my other Estalife supplements? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA: \u003c\/strong\u003eAstaxanthin is fat-soluble and generally well tolerated alongside other supplements. If you're taking several fat-soluble nutrients together, it's worth mentioning your full supplement list to a healthcare professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-only\"\u003e🌟\u003c\/span\u003eReferences \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e[1] Nishida Y, Yamashita E, Miki W. Quenching Activities of Common Hydrophilic and Lipophilic Antioxidants Against Singlet Oxygen Using Chemiluminescence Detection System. Carotenoid Science, 2007, 11:16-20 https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/285255302_Quenching_activities_of_common_hydrophilic_and_lipophilic_antioxidants_against_singlet_oxygen_using_chemiluminescence_detection_system\u003cbr\u003e[2] Hashimoto H, Arai K, Hayashi S, Okamoto H, Takahashi J, Chikuda M, Obara Y. Effects of Astaxanthin on Antioxidation in Human Aqueous Humor. Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Nutrition, 2013, 53(1):1-7 https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3705160\/\u003cbr\u003e[3] Nagaki Y, Hayasaka S, Yamada T, Hayasaka Y, Sanada M, Uonomi T. Effects of Astaxanthin on Accommodation, Critical Flicker Fusion, and Pattern Visual Evoked Potential in Visual Display Terminal Workers. Journal of Traditional Medicines, 2002, 19(5):170-173 https:\/\/core.ac.uk\/works\/10068237\u003cbr\u003e[4] Tominaga K, Hongo N, Karato M, Yamashita E. Cosmetic Benefits of Astaxanthin on Human Subjects. Acta Biochimica Polonica, 2012, 59(1):43-47 https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22428137\/\u003cbr\u003e[5] Zhou X, Cao Q, Orfila C, Zhao J, Zhang L. Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis on the Effects of Astaxanthin on Human Skin Ageing. 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