A nutrient 6,000x STRONGER than vitamin C?!

Vitamin C is the gold standard when it comes to immune system “boosting” nutrients…

You’ll get no argument on that one here…

But with the holiday season right around the corner, doesn’t everyone want a little extra “protection” from bugs?

Well, today I’m introducing you to a nutrient that’s literally THOUSDANDS of times stronger than good ol’ vitamin C.

Astaxanthin—the carotenoid pigment found in salmon, shrimp, and other underwater creatures—is what gives them their unique “pinkish” color.

One of the richest sources of astaxanthin on the planet is actually found in underwater microalgae. And salmon and shrimp eat large amounts of microalgae.

Foods rich in astaxanthin can improve your skin health, heart health, and even joint pain.

But the antioxidant levels in astaxanthin are off the charts… and when consumed consistently over time, it strengthens your body’s natural immune response.

Studies found that astaxanthin can naturally REDUCE oxidative stress, which ensures your body’s immune system is functioning at optimal levels (allowing your body to stave off viruses and illness on its own).

In fact, one international study found that consuming astaxanthin for eight weeks improves your overall immune response.

And get this…

Astaxanthin is nearly 6,000 times STRONGER than vitamin C!

But don’t ditch taking vitamin C, either. It’s involved in the production of collagen—a top repair protein for your body—that’s also vital for your immune system.

In addition to vitamin C, incorporating astaxanthin into your routine TODAY can help ensure your body is armed to fight viruses and illness this holiday season (and beyond).

To total immune health,

Cory Templeman
Senior Editor, eAlert

Sources:

Rose Wilson, Debra. “7 Potential Benefits of Astaxanthin.” https://www.healthline.com/health/health-claims-astaxanthin

PubMed.gov. “Combined fish oil and astaxanthin supplementation modulates rat lymphocyte function.” https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21972007/

Healthcare Weekly. “Astaxanthin: 19 Known Medical Benefits, Uses, Side Effects & Conditions.” https://healthcareweekly.com/astaxanthin/

Nutrition & Metabolism. “Astaxanthin decreased oxidative stress and inflammation and enhanced immune response in humans.” https://www.naturalhealthresearch.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Astaxanthin-decreased-oxidative-stress.pdf