derived from freshwater algae, haematococcus pluvialis, suspended in sunflower seed oil for enhanced absorption, vegan/vegetarian-friendly formula for more information, please read our astaxanthin & heart health article//b 917//class=f-brand!importanta naturally occurring carotenoid, astaxanthin is closely related to zeaxanthin & lutein, nutrients widely known for supporting eye health. it’s also unparalleled in its antioxidant activity, helping to protect free radical damage & oxidative stress in the body – helpful in supporting heart & brain health. our high-performance formula provides 4mg of natural astaxanthin in each easy-to-swallow, taste-free capsule, similar to the levels used in published studies. we’ve chosen to suspend our formula in sunflower seed oil to aid absorption. capsules are better suited to oil-based materials, which is why we’ve decided to use them over tablets. we source our raw material from the freshwater green microalgae, haematococcus pluvialis, making it a natural – not synthetic – source. our formula benefits from a 3-month cultivation process, which mimics astaxanthin accumulation in nature. this technique also produces exceptionally pure & high-quality microalgae compared to that grown in outdoor ponds. unlike many other companies, we manufacture & package our high-strength formula in uk factories working to strict good manufacturing practice (gmp) to ensure our quality standards are met. this product is suitable for both vegetarians & vegans. want to learn more about this antioxidant? drop a line to one of our expert nutrition advisors//aadvice//class=f-brand!important, who are always happy to provide free, confidential advice. read about the link between astaxanthin & brain health here//b 916//class=f-brand!important.