May is a big month in my world. It sits at the crossroads of National Physical Fitness Month and Older Americans Month. Guest Author: Hunter Waldman, PhD, CSCSD is a physiologist and researcher focused on nutrition, cognition, and performance optimization. His work explores how targeted supplementation, such as Astaxanthin, enhances brain function, metabolic health, and […]
In the April issue of Muscle & Fitness, AstaReal® Astaxanthin is featured as a science‑backed differentiator in performance nutrition: supporting recovery, endurance, and long‑term cellular health. Insights from AstaReal VP of Science, Karen Hecht, PhD and Scientific Communications Specialist, Susan Hamrahi, ND, highlight why astaxanthin is gaining relevance as training intensifies and recovery becomes a […]
Good nutrition isn’t just about avoiding deficiencies; it can actively help the body stay strong, energized, and resilient. Ingredients like astaxanthin, a naturally occurring antioxidant found in foods such as salmon and microalgae, can support the body to maintain and optimize good health. Research suggests that astaxanthin may help protect cells from everyday oxidative stress […]
A novel approach to functional nutrition combining gut health support with the power of astaxanthin. Guest Author: Hunter Waldman, PhD, CSCSD is a physiologist and researcher focused on nutrition, cognition, and performance optimization. His work explores how targeted supplementation, such as Astaxanthin, enhances brain function, metabolic health, and recovery in various populations. If you’re serious […]
In a crowded active‑nutrition marketplace where products are endlessly reformulated, ingredient differentiation is a strategic imperative. Brands are seeking science-backed bioactives that communicate performance, recovery and wellness. Formulators, in turn, are searching for ingredients that offer measurable functionality, and a compelling consumer story. AstaReal® Astaxanthin checks all the boxes. While widely recognized for its antioxidant […]
Tired of the caffeine crash? Discover how Astaxanthin targets mitochondrial health to eliminate brain fog and boost ATP production without the need for stimulants or sugar. Guest Author: Hunter Waldman, PhD, CSCSD is a physiologist and researcher focused on nutrition, cognition, and performance optimization. His work explores how targeted supplementation, such as Astaxanthin, enhances brain […]
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 […]