We all know that antioxidants are good for us. They’ve been linked to a reduced risk of certain cancers and have been shown to help fight off aging signs. Now you can add another benefit to that list.
Astaxanthin (I’m not even going to attempt pronouncing it), an antioxidant found in fish and crustaceans, may help prevent dementia, which is a disorder involving memory loss and other cognitive problems. A study published in the British Journal of Nutrition observed 30 healthy individuals for 12 weeks; they were either given astaxanthin or a placebo.
At the end of 12 weeks, those who supplemented their diet with astaxanthin were found to have decreased phospholipid hydroperoxides levels, which in turn reduces the risk of dementia. Not a fan of fish or shrimp? You can find astaxanthin in MenScience Advance Antioxidants. – Geoffrey
