Longevity Polyphenols

Astaxanthin

Research / preclinical

Carotenoid antioxidant — strong antioxidant capacity, skin photoprotection, eye health.

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Mechanism

Carotenoid antioxidant. Carotenoid antioxidant — strong antioxidant capacity, skin photoprotection, eye health. For full mechanism, dosing protocol, and stacking guidance, ask the AI Advisor or open the compound in-app.

Peer-Reviewed Studies (2)

Astaxanthin and Skin Photoprotection

Nutrients · 2018

Reduced UV damage in human skin in RCT.

PubMed PMID 29662429 →

Astaxanthin Cardiovascular Effects Review

Mar Drugs · 2014

Reviewed lipid and oxidative stress effects.

PubMed PMID 24412960 →

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