Studies have shown that astaxanthin has extremely powerful antioxidant properties. It is said that astaxanthin is 6,000 times stronger than Vitamin C, 100 times more powerful than vitamin E and 5 times more powerful than β-carotene in its ability to trap energy from singlet oxygen. Antioxidants are important to health as they scavenge free radicals from the body cells and prevent or reduce the damage caused by oxidation.

Astaxanthin benefits individuals experiencing chronic inflammation by suppressing different inflammatory mediators. It has been shown to inhibit the formation or action of all of these inflammatory compounds and even to exert anti-inflammatory effects. Prolonged inflammation is known to promote such conditions as heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease is often considered the fuel of a wide range of health problems.

Astaxanthin's structural and functional characteristics make it a promising bioactive compound in the prevention and management of a wide range of eye diseases. Confirmed by several human and animal studies there is a growing body of evidence the beneficial effects of astaxanthin in the prevention, treatment and the significant improvement in the outcomes of diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma and cataracts.

On-going astaxanthin studies suggest that astaxanthin also exhibits potent anti-inflammatory and immune regulating capabilities and improves the immune defense system by modulating T cell-mediated responses. It increases production of antibody secreting cells and Interleukin 2 and suppresses production of Interferon-gamma.

Natural Astaxanthin supports inhibiting inflammation associated with sore muscles and stiff joints. Inflammation is a major source of joint degeneration. In a similar way that rust attacks and damages bare metal, oxidative stress can contribute to sore muscles and stiff joints. Studies have shown that astaxanthin can significantly reduce joint pain and improve physical performance in people with rheumatoid arthritis and that astaxanthin can increase strength and endurance.

Research shows that astaxanthin benefits cognition, joints and various parts of the body that commonly deteriorate when getting older. It helps maintain normal anti-inflammatory response in the body protecting health at the cellular level and supporting healthy DNA. It decreases oxidative stress on the heart and blood vessels and participants in a study showed a significant improvement in blood flow.

Skin wrinkles due to the cumulative effects of oxidative damage. This damage may be the result of exposure to sun and pollution but exposure to internal free radicals is also a major cause of normal aging. Astaxanthin supplementation protects cells from ultraviolet light. Studies showed it increases in the amount of time necessary for UV radiation to redden the skin and protects the skin from damage associated with UV Rays. It has a cumulative effect in the body it builds up in the organs over time and promotes elasticity.

When we exercise, the body increases its use of oxygen. One of the byproducts of oxygen metabolism is free radicals that occur at the muscle tissue and joint sites resulting in soreness and fatigue. Astaxanthin studies have shown that taking a dietary supplement like AstaFactor, can significantly reduce joint pain and stiffness, muscle soreness and support recovery after exercise or physical work.

Improves cognitive function and crosses the blood brain barrier making it available to the central nervous system including the eyes and brain. Astaxanthin has been shown in various astaxanthin studies to protect neurological functioning and even improve cognition.