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Astaxanthin is an important naturally occurring molecule and the most abundant carotenoid in the marine world it can be found in many of our favourite seafood such as salmon, trout, seabream and shrimps.
Astaxanthin can not be synthesized by animals and must be provided in the diet.
Unlike β-carotene, Astaxanthin has no pro-vitamin A activity. It has a number of essential biological functions in aquatic animals such as protecting against oxidation process, protecting against UV light effects, immune response and pigmentation - It is responsible for the red/pink coloration of crustaceans and salmonoids. But astaxanthin is not only a coloring agent, it is also a very potent anti-oxidant and has important applications in the Nutraceutical, Cosmetics, Food and Feed industries.
Astaxanthin was found to have a significant beneficial effect in many health conditions related to:
Central nervous system and Neurodegradative diseases
Eye health
Joint health
Muscle endurance
Posted from China - Zhejiang on 28 August, 2008
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