Q. What is Herba® Astaxanthin 15 used for?
A. Herba® Astaxanthin 15 is a source of antioxidants that help protect cell against the oxidative damage caused by free radicals.
Q. What is the source of the astaxanthin?
A. The astaxanthin comes from whole Haematococcus pluvialis, a type of microalgae. The front label also notes that it is from non-GMO microalgae.
Q. How much astaxanthin is in each softgel?
A. Each softgel contains 15 mg of astaxanthin.
Q. How many softgels are in each bottle?
A. Each bottle contains 60 softgels. When taken as directed, that provides a 60-day supply.
Q. How do I take Herba® Astaxanthin 15?
A. Adults 18 years and older take 1 softgel, 1 time per day. Consult a health care practitioner for use beyond 12 weeks.
Q. Is Herba® Astaxanthin 15 vegan?
A. No. This product contains gelatin, so it is not suitable for vegan or vegetarian diets.
Q. Is this product gluten-free, soy-free, and egg-free?
A. The product label shows gluten-free and soy/egg-free icons. The listed non-medicinal ingredients are gelatin, glycerin, olive oil, purified water, and vitamin E.
Q. What does the NPN mean?
A. NPN stands for Natural Product Number. It means the product is licensed by Health Canada as a natural health product.
Q. Is Herba® Astaxanthin 15 third-party tested?
A. Yes. Herba® Astaxanthin 15 is third-party tested for quality and made in Canada.