Characteristic
Haematococcus pluvialis powder is an antioxidant and anti-aging natural raw material, and its main active ingredient is astaxanthin. Astaxanthin, also known as 3,3' -dihydroxy-β, β' -carotene-4,4' -dione, is a natural pigment carotenoid belonging to xanthophylls. One of the most important properties of astaxanthin is its antioxidant properties, which are reported to be 10 times stronger than β -carotene and 100 times stronger than α -tocopherol. Due to its excellent antioxidant activity, astaxanthin is considered to have extraordinary health benefits for the prevention of cardiovascular health, cancer, immune function and visual health. Currently, the use of astaxanthin as a nutritional supplement in food, feed, nutritional products and pharmaceuticals is growing rapidly.
Specification
| Item | Haematococcus Pluvialis Powder (Astaxanthin) |
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| Catalog Number | MC016 |
| Appearance | Dark red powder |
| Particle Size | 100% Pass 80 mesh |
| Loss on Drying | ≤10% |
| Ash (Sulphated Ash) | ≤10% |
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤1 ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤1 ppm |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤1 ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤0.05 ppm |
| Total Plate Count | ≤10000 CFU/g |
| E.Coli | Negative |
| Salmonella | Negative |
| Staphylococcus | Negative |
Note: The parameters of the product can be adjusted according to your requirements.
Biological Activities
In addition to its unusual antioxidant activity, astaxanthin also has other health-beneficial biological activities. The main ones are described below.
- Anti-inflammatory activity
Astaxanthin has potent anti-inflammatory activity and can modulate immune responses or reduce inflammation associated with peripheral disease. Studies have shown that astaxanthin supplementation can significantly reduce inflammatory markers and symptoms, especially in animal models.
Astaxanthin has the ability to inhibit cancer cell growth. For example, it can induce apoptosis by down-regulating the expression of anti-apoptotic proteins and up-regulating the expression of pro-apoptotic proteins, thus exerting anticancer effects on colorectal cancer, melanoma, or gastric carcinoma cell lines.
Diabetes is caused by hyperglycemia, due to the dysfunction of pancreatic β-cells and tissue damage in patients. Oxidative stress levels are very high in diabetic patients. Astaxanthin reduces the level of hyperglycemia-induced oxidative stress in pancreatic β-cells and has a positive effect on the prevention of diabetes.
Immune system cells are very sensitive to free radical damage. Astaxanthin protects against free radical damage to maintain the immune system's defences. Astaxanthin has been reported to exhibit higher immunomodulatory effects in mouse models. For example, after supplementation with astaxanthin, the antibody production of aged mice was enhanced and the humoral immune response was decreased [1].
Health Benefits
Astaxanthin can reach into every part of the cell, so it works in every part of the body, organs and skin. This action allows astaxanthin to exert a range of health benefits. Only the most important benefits are listed below.
- Reduces joint pain
- Promotes cardiovascular health
- Reduces the possibility of cancer
- Promotes skin health
- Improves fertility
- Boosts immune system
- Prevents UV damage to eyes and skin
- Increases endurance and reduces fatigue
- Reduces blood sugar levels in diabetic patients
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As a first-class supplier of marine biomaterials, we have experienced experts and professional R & D laboratories. We have the ability to offer our customers high quality haematococcus pluvialis powder (astaxanthin). According to your requirements, we can also provide you with product customization services. If you would like more information, please feel free to contact us.
Reference
- Jyonouchi, H.; et al. Studies of immunomodulating actions of carotenoids. I. Effects of β-carotene and astaxanthin on murine lymphocyte functions and cell surface marker expression in in vitro culture system. Nutr. Cancer. 1991, 16: 93-105.
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.
