For the best results, take two(2)pills per day on the first two weeks. The 12 mg astaxanthin combined with lutein on highest potency to strongly protect your overall Health. What is 800 times stronger than CoQ10, 1000 times stronger than Vitamin E, 1200 times stronger than Lycopene, 50 times stronger than beta carotene, and 6000 times stronger than Vtamin C? Astaxanthin from tiny microalgae! Natural Astaxanthin grows it in fresh water ponds in pristine conditions. Unlike some antioxidants, it works in the whole body - eyes, brain, heart, muscles, skin - to support a healthy oxidative balance.Scientists long ago discovered that a class of naturally occurring pigments called Astaxanthin has recently jumped to the front of the line in terms of its status as a supplement, becoming the focus of a large and growing number of peer-reviewed scientific studies. One of the benefits of astaxanthin that has piqued the interest of researchers is its ability to help protect your skin from the sun, reducing the signs of aging. What Makes Astaxanthin Special? There are many properties that make this carotenoid unique. • Astaxanthin crosses the blood-brain barrier AND the blood-retinal barrier(beta carotene and lycopene do not), which brings antioxidant and anti-inflammatory protection to your eyes, brain and central nervous system. There have been no adverse reactions found for people taking astaxanthin.