Studies find that Astaxanthin for Parkinsons has potent anti-inflammatory effects. and is recommended by researchers as a treatment for Parkinsons. Abstracts of two studies (among over 100 studies) are included below.
As with any antioxidant, many outlets for Astaxanthin are available. Some are reputable. Many are not.
I recommend one source in particular which is available from Valasta (https://www.valasta.net). Their formulation was inspired by a fascinating question that molecular biologist Sam Sheppard asked: What animals do not get cancer? We all know dogs and cats get cancer. Which ones do not?
Sam’s research revealed five animals in particular never get cancer:
- Elephants
- Salmon
- Pink Flamingos
- Sharks
- Naked Mole Rats
Now that is an interesting list of animals, eh? Sam then asked the critical question: What does this motley group of animals have in common? The Answer: They all had a robust supply of Astaxanthin.
This is basic research at its best. Clearly there are many anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory options that have been determined useful as treatments for Parkinsons, but Astaxanthin for Parkinsons has significantly increased potency and is well worth including in your program of recovery.
For more information about Sam Sheppard and his journey down the road to recovery visit https://www.valasta.net
Antioxidants (Basel). 2025 Jun 12;14(6):715. Astaxanthin: A Compound in the Prevention of Chronic Diseases and as a Potential Adjuvant Treatment Agen
Abstract
Astaxanthin (AST) is a fat-soluble carotenoid antioxidant. AST exhibits multiple protective mechanisms, including its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, anti-apoptotic, nervous system-protective, anti-tumor, and anti-fibrotic effects. These effects make it a promising compound for the prevention of chronic diseases.
AST can protect the nervous system against neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. It also protects the liver and helps reduce the risk of chronic kidney disease. Additionally, it improves cardiovascular health and has anti-diabetic properties.
This review aims to provide an updated overview covering the protective effects of AST against various chronic diseases, including its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-apoptotic effects. We also discuss the strategies used for improving astaxanthin bioavailability and its potential as an adjuvant therapeutic agent.
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Pharmacol Res. 2021 Apr:166:105479. Therapeutic uses of natural astaxanthin: An evidence-based review focused on human clinical trials
Abstract
Astaxanthin is a natural C40 carotenoid with numerous reported biological functions, most of them associated with its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity, standing out from other antioxidants as it has shown the highest oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC), 100-500 times higher than ?-tocopherol and a 10 times higher free radical inhibitory activity than related antioxidants (?-tocopherol, ?-carotene, ? -carotene, lutein and lycopene).
In vitro and in vivo studies have associated astaxanthin’s unique molecular features with several health benefits, including neuroprotective, cardioprotective and antitumoral properties, suggesting its therapeutic potential for the prevention or co-treatment of dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson, cardiovascular diseases and cancer.
Benefits on skin and eye health promotion have also been reported, highlighting its potential for the prevention of skin photo-aging and the treatment of eye diseases like glaucoma, cataracts and uveitis.
Robert Rodgers PhD
Founder 2004
Parkinsons Recovery
https://www.parkinsonsrecovery.com
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