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The Antarctic krill is considered the healthiest nutrient the sea can offer. Krill oil consists of a unique “triple power” combination of bioactive compounds—marine phospholipids, omega-3 essential fatty acids (EFAs) bound to phospholipids and the potent antioxidant astaxanthin—all which have documented health benefits for humans.

Purified krill oil is believed to have beneficial effects due to its ability to modulate the inflammatory response.

Krill oil is the only available source of omega-3s bound to phospholipids. Omega-3-bound phospholipids may be more bioavailable than other forms of omega-3. Krill oil is also a source for one of nature’s strongest antioxidants—the carotenoid astaxanthin.

Antioxidants protect the body against free-radical damage, and astaxanthin is particularly potent in protecting the cells as well as serving as a powerful anti-inflammatory compound. When consumed along with omega-3-bound phospholipids, astaxanthin enhances and supports several of the omega-3 benefits.

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Labels: Anti-oxidant, astaxanthin, krill oil, Omega-3s, Omega-3s fish oil