Astaxanthin
One of nature's most powerful antioxidants — from microalgae, not synthetic. Protects liver cells from oxidative damage. Exclusive to the Libertia Softgel.
What makes astaxanthin special
Astaxanthin is the red-orange pigment that makes salmon and flamingos pink. It's produced naturally by a microalgae called Haematococcus pluvialis. It's one of the most powerful antioxidants ever studied — research suggests it may be many times more potent than Vitamin C or Vitamin E at neutralising certain types of oxidative damage.
For liver health, astaxanthin crosses easily into liver cells and may protect them from the oxidative stress that occurs when your liver is under chronic strain from fat, inflammation, or toxins.
We use natural astaxanthin from algae — not the synthetic version found in cheaper supplements. Natural astaxanthin is estimated to be approximately 20× more potent than synthetic. At 12mg daily, this is the clinical dose used in most research studies.
Best timing for maximum benefit
Foods that help or hinder absorption
Medicines to discuss with your doctor
If you take any of these medicines, talk to your doctor first
What you might experience
What you might experience
Mild pink/orange tint to palms or soles in very fair-skinned people who take it for several months. Harmless and reversible when you stop. Similar to the carotenodermia some people get from eating a lot of carrots.
Mild stomach discomfort if taken without food. Taking with a fatty snack prevents this.
Duration of use
Can be taken long-term. No accumulation or tolerance concerns at 12mg daily. Continue for as long as you're on the Classic or Pro protocol, or indefinitely for general antioxidant support.
Situations where this ingredient is not appropriate
On chemotherapy: Consult your oncologist. Antioxidants may interfere with certain chemotherapy mechanisms.
Allergic to algae or seafood: Astaxanthin is from microalgae (Haematococcus pluvialis). If you have a known algae allergy, avoid it. The Softgel also contains fish oil and fish gelatin — separate allergen.
Pregnant or breastfeeding: Limited data on supplemental astaxanthin during pregnancy. Consult your obstetrician.
What clinical studies suggest
Published clinical data
Presented for informational purposes. Individual results may differ. These studies do not constitute product claims.
