International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) position stance on antioxidants has been published in their February edition and astaxanthin has been included! This publication serves as an authoritative, evidence-based guide for collegiate, tactical, and professional sports dietitians, nutritionists, coaches, and performance staff across the U.S. When a nutrient is evaluated and ranked within this framework, […]
Every February, Heart Health Month reminds us to care for our most vital muscle. Through every phase of life, the heart stays relentlessly on task; adjusting its tempo to your movements, accelerating with excitement, slowing for rest. It doesn’t pause. It doesn’t clock out. Every beat delivers oxygen and nutrients to the trillions of cells […]
Staying strong through aging isn’t just about looking fit, it’s about preserving independence, mobility, and quality of life. Even highly active adults face a simple biological truth: the muscle stem cells (also known as progenitor cells) that repair and rebuild muscle naturally become less efficient with age. Each time we exercise, carry groceries, climb stairs, […]
As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect on a year marked by momentum, scientific advancement, and global collaboration. This year reinforced AstaReal’s commitment to science, quality, and partnership. Here’s our 2025 wrapped. From Research to Global Conversation In 2025, our research efforts were firmly focused on active nutrition, achieving the first clinical study demonstrating […]
As Children’s Vision Month winds down, it coincides with the annual return to school. A period when both caregivers and parents are reminded of the importance of children’s ocular health. For formulators in the nutraceutical and functional food industries, this season presents a timely opportunity to address the growing prevalence of screen-induced visual disturbances among […]
A study published in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation investigated the effects of short-term AstaReal® Astaxanthin supplementation on exercise performance and markers of muscle damage and oxidative stress. In this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial, 10 healthy, physically active male college students consumed 28 mg of AstaReal® Astaxanthin or placebo daily for 4 days. […]
June marks Brain Awareness Month, a good time to explore how nutritional supplementation can help preserve cognitive function. Astaxanthin is drawing attention for its unique properties that make it especially promising for brain health. What sets astaxanthin apart from many dietary antioxidants is its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier (BBB), enabling direct activity within […]
May is Healthy Vision Month—a great time to think beyond the usual eye exams and focus on the entire visual system. If we think of the eye as a bicycle, the retina might be the headlight, turning visual input into images and lighting the way. But just like any bike, smooth and safe riding depends […]
Excessive screen time has become a significant concern in children’s visual health and performance. Digital screens may negatively impact the eye’s ability to accommodate—its capacity to focus on objects at varying distances—leading to short-term discomfort experienced as eye strain and temporarily blurred vision. Other long-term consequences on myopic progression and learning are the subject of […]
As we celebrate heart health month, let’s not forget that it’s a muscle—one that never stops working, tirelessly pumping blood through the body. This continuous pumping is essential for maintaining healthy blood flow, as it ensures tissues receive oxygen and nutrients they need to function properly and maintain the body’s overall metabolic balance. Just like […]