A 2008 study published in the European Journal of Pharmacology demonstrated benefits with regards to taking astaxanthin for gastrointestinal health as well. Since astaxanthin is a known antioxidant that scavenges harmful free radicals from the body, researchers from the Plant Cell Biotechnology Department at the Central Food Technological Research Institute in India decided to investigate whether or not it might help prevent ulcers. In a clinical trial After administering varying amount of astaxanthin to, they learned that this powerful superfood nutrient provides formidable protection for gastric mucin, which is believed to help protect the gastrointestinal tract from damage by acid, pathogenic microorganisms and various other invading substances. Astaxanthin was also observed to help significantly increase antioxidant enzyme levels in the intestines, including the all-important “master antioxidant,” glutathione.
FROM AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR DR GOVIND SHUKLA, NUTRITION EXPERT
Govind Shukla, Specializes in Pharmacology, Toxicology, Nutraceuticals & Herbal Drugs has published More than 100 research papers in National & International Journals. He is also a reviewer of International Journal of Pharmacology & pharmacotherapeutics, Chief editor of IJPNR Journal & Freelance Medical Writer for Different publication Groups including Lambert Academic Publishing Saarbrucken, Germany.
