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Firefighting represents one of the most physically demanding and hazardous occupations, characterized by exposure to both acute and chronic stressors. The occupational environment poses significant challenges, including exposure to products of incomplete combustion, smoke inhalation, and extreme heat stress. These conditions, combined with lifestyle stressors such as disrupted sleep patterns, poor dietary habits, alcohol consumption, […]

In a recent Ingredients Insight article, AstaReal® Astaxanthin was highlighted as a key antioxidant for active nutrition that helps address oxidative stress and exercise-induced inflammation following physical activity. Traditionally, the focus on fitness nutrition has been on immediate benefits like faster recovery and improved performance. However, this article underscores a growing shift toward long-term holistic […]

Older consumers are increasingly turning to nutrients traditionally used by athletes, recognizing their broader benefits beyond just sports performance. Active nutrition can be a game-changer as you age. This article emphasizes nutrients, including astaxanthin, that have many benefits to offer for active nutrition. They can help maintain muscle and even support skin health. AstaReal Vice […]

What is Active Nutrition and Why Should You Care? Active nutrition defines a proactive approach to maintaining health and vitality through a well-balanced diet and lifestyle interventions.  It is about optimizing physical and mental performance as we age, staying energetic, agile, and mentally sharp, rather than merely avoiding illness. The grass roots movement of active […]

AstaReal® Astaxanthin provides a proven scientific approach to comprehensive healthy aging and beauty-from- within. It safeguards the skin’s top layer from environmental factors, aids in preserving hyaluronic acid and elastin, supports collagen production and protects skin cells from oxidate damage and can be used as a synergistic enhancement to other collagen-boosting ingredients. AstaReal® Astaxanthin has […]

The International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) held its annual conference June 18 – 20, 2024. This conference focused on the acute and chronic effects of sports nutrition and supplementation strategies on body composition, physical performance and metabolism. Researchers and sport enthusiasts gathered to discuss exercise and nutrition on health, disease, rehabilitation, training, and performance. While […]

AstaReal is getting ready to present a new study conducted by researchers at Texas A&M that examines the benefits of AstaReal® Astaxanthin in firefighters. We are thrilled to be the first astaxanthin brand to collaborate with first responders, elucidating the benefits of astaxanthin for their performance and health. We are ready to unleash our first […]

New Study Shows AstaReal® Astaxanthin Can Help Kickstart an Exercise Program. A study led by Dr. Hunter Waldman at the University of North Alabama showed that supplementation with 12 mg/day AstaReal® Astaxanthin for 4 weeks lowered heart rate and carbohydrate oxidation levels in overweight individuals during exercise. Results of the 2017-2018 survey by the Division […]

Pump it Up with Dietary Antioxidant Support Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death worldwide, and has affected 121.5 million people in the USA in 2016. By 2035, more than 45% of the U.S. population is projected to develop CVD, which means that heart-healthy choices are a top priority for a growing number […]

by Karen Hecht, Ph.D. Pathogens taking advantage of inhalation and ingestion routes of entry into the body will encounter the mucosal immune system as the body’s first line of defense. The mucous membranes that line the gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts are formidable in size, taking up 200x more real estate than the skin’s surface area. […]