Heart Health and Benefits of AstaReal® Astaxanthin

The Global Impact of Cardiovascular Disease

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. But early detection and management through proper nutrition and exercise makes CVD preventable. The role of nutrition is partially linked to consumption of dietary antioxidants from fruits and vegetables. Wang, X. et al. 2014 reported that every serving of fruits and vegetables (up to 5 servings) consumed per day contributed to a 4% reduction in the risk of CVD. And while the USDA recommends at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day, only l in l O Americans meets these dietary guidelines according to the CDC. This suggests that antioxidant supplementation could help address this public health concern by filling the antioxidant gap in our diet.