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NOW Foods Astaxanthin 12mg
by NOW Foods
"The king of antioxidants—6,000x stronger than vitamin C for skin, eyes, and joints"
Amazon Rating
4.6/5
Reviews
11,230
Price Range
$24.99 - $32.99
Servings
60
GMP CertifiedNon-GMO
Our Editorial Rating
8.5
Very Good
Overview
Astaxanthin is a carotenoid from microalgae that's 6,000x stronger than vitamin C and 550x stronger than vitamin E as an antioxidant. Research shows benefits for skin UV protection, eye health, joint pain, and exercise recovery. NOW provides 12mg—the clinical research dose.
Key Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Astaxanthin (from Haematococcus pluvialis) | 12mg |
1 ingredient linked to detailed encyclopedia profiles
Pros & Cons
What We Like
- 12mg clinical dose
- 6,000x stronger than vitamin C
- Skin, eye, and joint benefits
- NOW value pricing
What Could Be Better
- 60 softgels only
- Premium antioxidant pricing
- May turn skin slightly pink at high doses
Who Is This For?
Best For
- Premium antioxidant support
- Skin UV protection
- Eye health
- Joint pain
Not Ideal For
- Budget antioxidant seekers
- Those wanting basic antioxidants
Our Verdict
8.5/10 — Very Good
The king of antioxidants at clinical dose. 6,000x stronger than vitamin C for skin, eyes, and joints.
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