Astaxanthin is a cutting edge antioxidant from the carotenoid family and is 100 times more potent than Vitamin E and 4 times more potent than lutein in antioxidant assays. Astaxanthin is one of a few antioxidants potentially able to cross the retinal and blood brain barriers. Astaxanthin has been studied for its positive effects in the support of healthy eye function, cardiovascular health, improvement of muscle endurance and immune support.