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Astaxanthin

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  • Astaxanthin from the microalga Haematococcus pluvialis
  • Natural raw material from Iceland and sustainable cultivation
  • Branded raw material from Algalif: premium quality 
  • Safely dosed in accordance with the EU-permitted maximum amount of 8 mg per capsule
  • Free from unnecessary additives; dissolved in olive oil
  • Lab-tested for heavy metals
  • Vegan
  • Contents: 120 capsules / servings

Astaxanthin: Natural vital nutrient

Astaxanthin is a carotenoid that occurs naturally in foods such as salmon or shrimp. Carotenoids are secondary plant compounds that give plants their typical shades of colour. Alongside astaxanthin, lutein, zeaxanthin, β-carotene and lycopene also belong to this group of substances.

For the Edubily product, astaxanthin is obtained from the microalga Haematococcus pluvialis – an alga known for its particularly high astaxanthin content. The powder contains 8 mg astaxanthin per capsule, aligned with the maximum amount recommended in the EU.

Astaxanthin has been studied in science for many years and remains the subject of numerous research projects. Researchers are interested in the special chemical properties of this natural pigment as well as its role in biological systems. In research, astaxanthin is also described as a carotenoid that is characterised by a low tendency toward auto-oxidation, which is attributed to its specific molecular structure.

Edubily Astaxanthin is produced in Iceland under sustainable conditions, using a high-quality branded raw material from Algalif. The capsules are vegan, contain no unnecessary additives and are dissolved in olive oil for convenient intake.

Compare the following scientific studies and reviews on astaxanthin: Chang & Xiong, 2020; Si & Zhu, 2022; Yang & Wang, 2022

Astaxanthin in nature and in your diet

The algae species Haematococcus pluvialis is the richest natural source of astaxanthin and produces it as its own protective substance against stress conditions such as intense sunlight. In addition to this alga, astaxanthin is also biosynthesised by other microalgae, phytoplankton, yeasts and bacteria  and accumulates through the food chain in zooplankton, crustaceans and eventually in various marine animals. This is how lobsters, salmon, shrimp, flamingos and other animals higher up the food chain get their characteristic pink to reddish colouration.
Astaxanthin can therefore be consumed through foods such as wild salmon or shrimp that contain astaxanthin.

Sustainable origin from Iceland

Here, astaxanthin is obtained using the Icelandic branded raw material Algalif®. The unique, closed photobioreactor technology in Iceland provides optimal growth conditions for the algae cells, which are ultimately stimulated to form astaxanthin through a multi-stage process (green phase, starvation phase, red phase).
In the green phase, the algae biomass grows under precisely matched conditions, supplied with pure Icelandic water and high-quality nutrients. During the starvation and red phases, the algae culture is deliberately exposed to stress factors under which astaxanthin is formed. Extraction then takes place using a supercritical CO2 process – completely without the use of solvents.
Thanks to Iceland's geothermal resources, this production is energy-efficient and environmentally friendly, as well as far away from industrial pollution.

Edubily's Astaxanthin Capsules

Edubily uses 8 mg astaxanthin per capsule – in line with the EU guideline for food supplements. The raw material is regularly tested for heavy metals. The astaxanthin is dissolved in olive oil, in a vegan HPMC capsule shell, and contains no additional fillers. 

References:

Chang, M.X. and Xiong, F. (2020). Astaxanthin and its effects in inflammatory responses and inflammation-associated diseases: Recent advances and Future Directions. Molecules, 25(22), p. 5342. Nishida, Y., et al. (2007). Quenching Activities of Common Hydrophilic and Lipophilic Antioxidants against Singlet Oxygen Using Chemiluminescence Detection System. Carotenoid Science, 11, 16-20.Si, P., & Zhu, C. (2022). Biological and neurological activities of Astaxanthin (review). Molecular Medicine Reports, 26(4). https://doi.org/10.3892/mmr.2022.12816Yang, M., & Wang, Y. (2022). Recent advances and the mechanism of Astaxanthin in Ophthalmological Diseases. Journal of Ophthalmology, 2022, 1–11. https://doi.org/10.1155/2022/8071406


Nutrition facts

Contents Amount % NRV*
Astaxanthin-rich oleoresin from the alga Haematococcus pluvialis 80 mg **
of which astaxanthin 8 mg **

* Percentage of nutrient reference values 

** No nutrient reference values available

Ingredients

Olive oil, Algalif® astaxanthin-rich oleoresin from the alga Haematococcus pluvialis (10%), hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (capsule shell).

Recommended intake: Take 1 capsule daily with sufficient liquid.

Notes: No other food supplements containing astaxanthin esters should be consumed on the same day as this food supplement. Not suitable for infants, children and adolescents under 14 years of age. Do not exceed the stated recommended daily dose. This product is not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Keep out of reach of small children. Store in a cool, dry place protected from light.


Quality & safety to the highest standard

Edubily places great value on developing and manufacturing products on a scientifically sound basis. Their production takes place with experienced partners in Germany and Austria, who are regularly inspected without prior notice and are certified according to IFS Food and HACCP. This means Edubily meets strict hygiene and safety requirements. In addition, all products are tested again in independent laboratories for factors such as heavy metals, nutrient levels and possible contaminants. Edubily's goal is not simply to offer just any food supplements, but safe and effective ones that support health and wellbeing through well-thought-out formulas and continuous development. This allows fitness athletes and health-conscious people to be confident they are getting a high-quality, responsibly designed product.

Best before: 31.08.2027