Astamax 6 mg, 60 or 120 softgel capsules

High dose of astaxanthin per capsule

Carotenoids are yellow to reddish pigments that occur naturally in plants and certain microorganisms. They are important for energy transfer during photosynthesis. They also protect these organisms from the harmful effects of sunlight. Astaxanthin, an extraordinary carotenoid with a striking red colour, is produced naturally by plankton, algae and some plants, fungi and bacteria. The highest concentration of astaxanthin is found in the microalgae Haematococcus pluvialis (which is also the source of Vitals' Astamax).

Astaxanthin, which enters the food chain via algae and plankton, provides the pink pigment in aquatic animals such as salmon, trout, shrimp, crab, lobster and crayfish, as well as in some birds such as the flamingo. For these animals, astaxanthin is a vitamin-like substance. Due to its special properties, astaxanthin can occupy the optimal hydrophilic and hydrophobic position in the lipid bilayer of cell membranes and mitochondrial membranes.

The astaxanthin that Vitals has selected is AstaReal® from the Swedish manufacturer AstaReal, a pioneer and expert in natural astaxanthin. AstaReal was the first company in the world to develop and produce astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis. AstaReal® has been studied in over 40 human clinical trials. AstaReal uses a unique manufacturing process that guarantees pure, natural astaxanthin with the highest concentrations and best quality. AstaReal® is not an ingredient with a concentrated effect, but a whole food. This is because the algae with astaxanthin are harvested at the optimum time and fully utilised. In contrast, other (Hawaiian) production methods, in which the algae are cultivated in open tanks, require the astaxanthin to be extracted from the algae to prevent contamination with undesirable microorganisms.

High dose

Based on research results, which often show higher doses to be recommended, Astamax contains at least 6 mg astaxanthin per softgel capsule - in addition, the antioxidants vitamin C and vitamin E are included.

Nutritive properties

• Vitamin C and vitamin E contribute to the protection of cells from oxidative stress

Nutritional declaration

*Reference value according to Regulation (EU) No. 1169/2011
**Details of the vitamin E content (α-TE = total alpha-tocopherol equivalents)

Valuable ingredients

* No reference quantity according to LMIV specified

Ingredients

Sunflower oil (Helianthus annuus), bovine gelatine (softgel capsule), Haematococcus pluvialis (green algae; contains astaxanthin), L-ascorbic acid, humectant (glycerol), stabiliser (beeswax), purified water, d-alpha-tocopherol, emulsifier (sunflower lecithin).

Recommended dosage

Take 1 softgel capsule per day with water with a meal.

Notes from the manufacturer

This food supplement is not suitable for children under 14 years of age. Do not use in combination with other products containing astaxanthin.

Storage instructions

Store in a cool, dry place away from light (not in the refrigerator).

Legal information

The recommended daily intake must not be exceeded. Food supplements are no substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Store out of the reach of small children.