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Join Nick Urban & David Watumull as they explore the power of astaxanthin, nature’s most potent antioxidant. Learn how it shields your skin from UV rays, supports brain & heart health, boosts physical performance, & a whole other list of benefits you may have never known about.
Whether you're an athlete or a longevity enthusiast, uncover how astaxanthin can extend your lifespan, improve your recovery, & take your health to the next level in today’s episode “The Astaxanthin Miracle”
Meet our guest
Dave Watumull has twenty-five years of experience working with astaxanthin—a marine super-nutrient with important health and longevity benefits.
He is the Co-Founder & CEO of AX3 Life, a consumer health company dedicated to astaxanthin products, education, and community. He is also the COO of Cardax, a life sciences business focused on pharmaceutical & nutraceutical applications of astaxanthin
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Key takeaways
- Astaxanthin (ASTA) is a natural molecule found in marine environments, classified as a xanthophyll carotenoid due to its oxygenated structure
- Unlike other carotenoids, astaxanthin protects against UV damage, reduces DNA damage, & supports skin health by improving elasticity & moisture
- The effectiveness of antioxidants depends on their location & function within the body & cells
- Cellular health is crucial, as it influences numerous signaling pathways & overall well-being
- Astaxanthin targets mitochondria, reducing oxidative stress & lipid peroxidation, which protects mitochondrial membranes
- The FOXO3 "anti-aging gene" significantly impacts longevity, with certain activated variants tripling the likelihood of living to 100 healthily
- Studies show astaxanthin can extend lifespan—12% in males & 9% in females—with high statistical significance
- Aging is a constant process, but maintaining or improving health over time is a valuable achievement
Episode Highlights
13:24 Astaxanthin vs. Other Popular Supplements
20:19 Overall Benefits of Astaxanthin
37:17 All the Research & Testing Proving Astaxanthin’s Longevity Effects
1:20:28 How Long It Takes to See Visible Results
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