Astaxanthin 10MG

A1 : Astaxanthin (as-ta-zan-thin) is considered to be the world's most powerful antioxidant. It removes free radicals which cause oxidative stress that is associated with inflammation. Inflammation is at the root of many age-related illnesses. Sometimes, inflammation prevents the body’s normal healing processes from taking place. If you can reduce inflammation, often the body will heal itself. Unlike many other antioxidants, Astaxanthin has the capability to cross the blood-brain barrier and blood-retinal barrier and provide the needed nutrients to the body’s most vital organs like the brain and eyes. Simply Potent offers one a day, max strength 10 mg soft gel and 120 soft gels in each bottle. That’s why Simply Potent Astaxanthin is used as an internal sunscreen to protect skin against sunburn, slow down the aging process, increase muscle strength and stamina, help with cognitive functions, cardiovascular system, reduce joint inflammation, and deal with macular disease.

A2 : Simply Potent Astaxanthin is a great fit for the keto diet, especially for those starting out. The body tends to store some toxins in its fat reserves which get released when switching over to the keto diet. As a strong antioxidant, astaxanthin may help balance out the symptoms of the keto flu. Further, as a fat-soluble carotenoid, it’s a great way to get antioxidants without the insulin-response of fruit.

A3 : We recommend taking between 10 - 16 mg per day, with room for up to 40 mg per day. The dosage depends on several factors such as one's diet, lifestyle, age, or existing health conditions. Therefore, our bottles should last between 3-4 months.

A4 : In the USA, the maximum allowable daily dose is 12 mg, which is approximately 1 soft gel. Therefore, one can safely take more than the recommended 1 soft gels per day, if needed. Some high-level athletes take higher doses, when they are competing or doing strenuous training. There are no harmful side effects in any of the safety studies performed on Astaxanthin.

A5 : Antioxidants eliminate free radicals, which means that initially, your body will have more waste to eliminate. There have been a few cases where people started with a high dose and then experienced some loosening of the bowels. This hasn’t happened often, but as a precaution, we suggest taking 1 soft gel per day from the beginning itself.

A6 : Astaxanthin was approved for sale in the US as a dietary supplement in 1999. Simply Potent Astaxanthin is Third Party Tested for its purity and quality and is manufactured in a GMP certified facility and is Non-GMO, Gluten-free and 100% natural.

A7 : Wild Pacific salmon have the highest astaxanthin content. However, you'd have to eat about 6 ounces (165 grams) daily to get a 3.6-milligram dose which doesn’t meet the daily requirements. That’s why we recommend supplementing your Astaxanthin need with our premium quality Astaxanthin softgels.

A8 : Some seafood like wild-caught salmon, shrimp and krill are particularly high in it. But farmed salmon has very little natural astaxanthin. Why? Wild salmon eat a lot of algae either directly or by eating things that have eaten algae. Farmed salmon eat feed which does not contain much if any algae. You might be interested to know that astaxanthin is a deep red color and is the reason why wild salmon, shrimp, lobster, and flamingos are pink. Farmed salmon, which is grown on processed feed, has a more grey color. Salmon farmers solve this by feeding the salmon synthetic astaxanthin, derived from petrochemicals which makes the salmon pink but which doesn’t seem to have the same health benefits for humans, or for the fish themselves!!

A9 : About 16 ounces a day or 3-4 servings of salmon. That’s a lot of salmon!

A10 : We recommend taking it in the morning or early afternoon. It seems to be a bit of a mild stimulant, so if you take it in the morning, you may find you have more energy during the day. Then, when bedtime comes you will likely find you are more tired than usual – you will feel like you have done a day of physical labor. Then you will likely sleep longer and deeper than usual. Many people take it just for the improvement of sleep. But be careful, if you take it later in the day or close to bedtime, you might find it keeps you awake instead.

A11 : It is more easily absorbed into the body if it is taken with some sort of oil or fat. Examples of food that is high in oil or fat would include, avocado, olive oil, yogurt, dairy, cheese, cod liver oil, bacon. You should be able to find something that you already eat that would do the trick.

A12 : Yes, there are a few. We have heard some reports of it lowering high blood pressure. In one instance we know of, blood pressure actually went from high to low (which also isn’t good for you). We recommend that if you have high blood pressure you consult with your doctor and introduce the product into your diet very gradually while monitoring your blood pressure under doctor’s supervision. This is especially important if you are on medication to lower your blood pressure. Astaxanthin may bring blood pressure down to desired levels while continued use of medication may push blood pressure further down. As with every supplement, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or battling serious diseases or cancer. There are no studies that we are aware of relating to astaxanthin and pregnancy or breast-feeding. Regarding cancer, we have spent a lot of time and effort in reading the scientific literature. We found that some antioxidants have pathways that may strengthen all cells, including cancer cells, however, we are not aware of any studies that show that astaxanthin may accelerate cancer spread. We clearly do not make any claims regarding astaxanthin and cancer and recommend the patient consult with their physician."

A13 : Some people feel a difference in as little as a week. Most people feel a difference within a month. Unlike pharmaceuticals that can start working within a day or two, astaxanthin bioaccumulates in the body. Regular supplementation will build up adequate levels in the body over a couple of weeks. We have had some people who have taken it for long periods and not felt any different but then were told by their doctor that their condition seemed to have improved based on blood tests. It is hard to predict how it will affect any individual. And some people don't notice anything until they stop taking it and realize that symptoms they had forgotten about suddenly return.

A14 : A common test that is taken as part of common blood work is a test for C Reactive Protein. This is a test that shows how much inflammation is in your system. We have heard that people found their test results for C Reactive Protein have improved after taking the product.

A15 : We have included links to studies that have been conducted on astaxanthin. But honestly, no one has conducted the types of studies that would normally be done for a new drug to get FDA approval? Why not? Well, astaxanthin is a natural compound and so can’t be patented. Without patent protection, no one has a financial incentive to prove it works. However, the amount of scientific studies on astaxanthin is significant as there are over 200 reports in scientific journals. Q: How can I be sure it will work for me? How can I be sure it is safe for me?

A16 : You won’t know for sure if it is right for you until you try it. If you have any concerns about taking the product you should consult your doctor. But it is important that you ask your doctor the right questions. If you ask them if this will help you with any particular condition, they will probably tell you that the research is not conclusive. But if you ask them if it is safe to take the product, they will almost certainly say yes, after all, it is just an alga.

A17 : Yes. Nothing in our product is derived from fish or shellfish, our all-natural product is made from freshwater algae. However, people may experience an allergic reaction if they have allergies or sensitivity to any of the ingredients in Simply Potent Astaxanthin. Always use caution when trying something new to be sure it is safe for you.

A18 : Astaxanthin has been around in nature since the beginning of time, but the algae are difficult to grow in large amounts. It has been available as a dietary supplement for about 15 years, but there is only enough growth for about 1 million people to consume out of the 7 billion people on the planet. Because there is a limited supply, the larger supplement makers don’t always carry it. With a limited supply, there is no reason for companies to spend much on education & advertising.

A19 : Please email us for any further clarifications. If you have a question that we think others might have as well, we’ll add it to our FAQ.