Astamax 6 mg, 60 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 exceptional carotenoid with a striking red colour, is produced naturally by plankton, algae and certain plants, fungi and bacteria.  The highest concentration of astaxanthin is found in the microalga Haematococcus pluvialis (which is also the source of Vitals’ Astamax).

Astaxanthin, which enters the food chain via algae and plankton, is responsible for the pinkish-red pigment in aquatic animals such as salmon, trout, prawns, crabs, lobsters and crayfish, as well as in some birds such as flamingos.  For these animals, astaxanthin is a vitamin-like substance. Due to its special properties, astaxanthin is able to occupy the optimal hydrophilic and hydrophobic position within the lipid bilayer of cell membranes and mitochondrial membranes.

The astaxanthin selected by Vitals 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 manufacture astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis.  AstaReal® has been investigated in over 40 clinical trials involving human subjects. AstaReal uses a unique manufacturing process that guarantees pure, natural astaxanthin of the highest concentration and best quality . AstaReal® is not an ingredient with a concentrated effect, but a whole food. This is because the algae containing astaxanthin are harvested at the optimum time and utilised in their entirety. In contrast, other (Hawaiian) production methods, in which the algae are cultivated in open tanks, the astaxanthin must be extracted from the algae to prevent contamination with undesirable microorganisms. In contrast,

High dose

Based on research findings, which often indicate higher dosages than those recommended, Astamax contains at least 6 mg of astaxanthin per softgel capsule – it also contains the antioxidants vitamin C and vitamin E.

Nutritional properties

• Vitamins C and E help protect cells against oxidative stress

Nutrition declaration

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

Key ingredients

* No reference amount specified under the Food Information Regulation (LMIV)

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 intake

Take 1 softgel capsule per day with water as part of a meal.

Manufacturer’s notes

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 fridge).

Legal information

Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Keep out of reach of young children.