Application of astaxanthin powder in medicine

Basic Information on Astaxanthin

The chemical name of astaxanthin powder is 3,3′-dihydroxy-4,4′-dike to-β,β′-carotene, which is a terpene unsaturated compound with a chemical formula of C40H52O4. Its molecule The structure includes two β-ionone rings, and 11 conjugated double bonds. It is a carotenoid, the highest level product of carotenoid synthesis, and its chemical structure is similar to beta-carotene, so it has strong antioxidant properties in nature.

Astaxanthin is widely found in crustaceans, leaves, flowers, fruits, and other animals and plants. It has a variety of physiological functions, which can play the role of anti-oxidation, enhancing immunity, improving eyesight, and so on. Therefore, it is widely used in health care products, medicine, and other fields and can be made into powders, tablets, and capsules for people to use.

In which plants and animals are astaxanthin found?

Astaxanthin is present in algae and plankton. Such substances exist in aquatic species such as shrimps, crustaceans, etc. Most of these substances are stored in the shells of marine species, so their appearance is primarily pink. In shellfish, it is widely found in salmon, trout, flamingos, ibis, etc. They generally store such substances in the skin and adipose tissue, so salmon and some other animals are primarily red.

Astaxanthin is divided into free and esterified. The distribution of astaxanthin in different states is also different. Free astaxanthin is mainly distributed in muscle, plasma, and internal organs, while esterified astaxanthin is distributed primarily in the skin. For example, Haematococcus pluvialis, the raw material that is often extracted, is esterified astaxanthin, and this product is considered to be the best organism for producing natural astaxanthin.

The efficacy and role of astaxanthin

1. It can effectively reduce hyperglycemia and prevent the occurrence of diabetes.

2. It can inhibit the oxidative decomposition of nucleic acid and prevent gout.

3. It has an excellent preventive effect on abnormal blood lipids.

4. It can protect the eyes, has a protective effect on retinal oxidation and photoreceptor cell damage, and is having a significant impact on symptoms such as retinal macular degeneration.

5. It can effectively protect the central nervous system, and has a good effect on central nervous system injuries such as spinal cord injury and Parkinson's syndrome.

6. It can reduce the oxidation of apolipoprotein, and has an excellent preventive effect on symptoms such as arteriosclerosis, coronary heart disease, and ischemic brain damage.

7. Astaxanthin powder can promote spleen cells to produce antibodies, enhance the role of T cells, and improve physical function.

8. Has the effect of immune regulation.

9. It can relieve human fatigue and enhance the body's metabolic capacity.

10. As an antioxidant, it can effectively inhibit the oxidative damage of free radicals to the human body.

11. It can increase muscle strength and tolerance, relieve fatigue after exercise, and relieve muscle pain caused by strenuous exercise.

12. Enhance immunity and improve the body's anti-virus ability.

13. It has an excellent anti-inflammatory effect.

14. It can prevent cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, and also has a protective effect on the liver.

What are the common side effects of astaxanthin?

1. If ingested in large amounts, the color of the skin or stool will appear slightly orange.

2. People who are allergic to seafood and crustaceans or who are prone to allergies can quickly induce allergic reactions when taking astaxanthin.

3. If people with an unbalanced body pH take this ingredient, it will cause adverse effects on the body.

4. People with gout will aggravate the symptoms of gout, so they need to be extra cautious when using it.

5. Poor gallbladder function will increase the burden of gallbladder function.

6. This product is a kind of nutritional supplement food. If taken by minors, it will have a significant impact on the body, such as affecting average growth and development.

How to contact us?

Our company is a professional astaxanthin powder supplier; there are plant extracts, fruit and vegetable powder, cosmetics, tablet candies, and other high-quality products, most of the products are sold directly from the factory with low prices and quality assurance, and now we are selling the above products, if you are interested, you can consult us through the international website or email.

Our email is ella.zhang@huilinbio-tech.com. In addition, you can also visit the factory on-site. The address of our factory is Room 706, Building B, Fengze Science, and Technology Park, No. 170 West Street, Yanta District, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province.