Astaxanthin is a powerful natural antioxidant belonging to the carotenoid family. It is found in certain algae, fish and shellfish. In addition to its proven beneficial effects on skin and sports performance, astaxanthin has also been studied for its benefits on eye health and visual acuity. Scientific studies highlight astaxanthin’s benefits for the eyes and […]
Our skin is a particularly important organ of our body ! It fulfills a protective function against external aggressors. It is an essential element of our physical appearance. It performs its functions to the best of its abilities, but these diminish with age. We must do everything possible to keep it in top shape and […]
Astaxanthin is a natural antioxidant present in certain microalgae, fish and even certain marine birds such as the Pink Flamingo! This molecule is beginning to attract a lot of attention, especially in the world of sports, for its ability to improve endurance performance and fat metabolism. The benefits of astaxanthin for athletes Performance, endurance, recovery […]
Male infertility, an increasingly frequent problem We talk a lot about female infertility, but male infertility is at the origin of 50% of the problems encountered by a couple wishing to have a child. Causes of male infertility The presence of oxidants contributes to the reduction of spermatozoa activity and even to their deterioration. They […]
Astaxanthin belongs to the family of carotenoids, which includes more than 600 molecules, the best known of which are: beta carotene, lycopene and lutein. Carotenoids are pigments whose colour can vary from red, orange to yellow. They are commonly present in living beings. They are synthesized by all plants because they play a role in […]
At the end of 2017, a new microalgae, Haematococcus pluvialis, and its extract astaxanthin were authorized for human consumption by the European Commission (1, 2). Astaxanthin, extracted from the microalgae Haematococcus pluvialis, has entered the list of novel foods or food supplements defined by the European Commission on novel foods, in accordance with regulation(novel food) […]
