Botanical Library
Astaxanthin
Nutrition tradition
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At a glance
Where it's from
From the freshwater microalga Haematococcus pluvialis.
Look & taste
A deep-red pigment from a microalga. Neutral
Signature compounds
Astaxanthin, a red carotenoid.
Traditionally used for
Not a traditional herb - a modern algae-derived antioxidant.
In Canada, we can say...
Source of antioxidants. Helps to support skin health, moisture and elasticity, reduce the appearance of fine lines, support eye health, and reduce eye strain.
Did you know?
Astaxanthin is what makes salmon, shrimp and flamingos pink - they get it from algae in the food chain.
History & natural history
A modern nutraceutical; one of nature's most powerful antioxidant pigments.
What we're actually allowed to say
🇨🇦 Health Canada
✓ Permitted: Source of antioxidants. Helps to support skin health, moisture and elasticity, reduce the appearance of fine lines, support eye health, and reduce eye strain.
How to use it
As a softgel, daily with food.
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Check with a practitioner if pregnant or breastfeeding. At higher doses, seek advice for use beyond 3 months.
A note on how to read this page. Traditional (TCM / Ayurveda) and holistic notes are cultural and historical context, offered for education — not medical advice or health claims. Health Canada's permitted claims reflect what regulators have assessed. Emerging research is early, and not a promise of results. Nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Always talk to your (or your pet's) health professional before starting a supplement.