Summary of "22 Astaxanthin Brands Lab Tested!"
Astaxanthin Supplements Review (22 Brands Sold on Amazon)
Main Features Tested
- Astaxanthin (AstaZanthin) content per softgel (mg)
- Label accuracy regarding astaxanthin dosage claims
- Quality of astaxanthin inferred from label accuracy (quality not directly tested)
Key Findings
Worst Performers (Scam Products)
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4 brands contained zero astaxanthin despite label claims:
- Lare Asanin Plushers Vrol Gummies (24 mg claimed)
- Nin Astaxanthin Plus Ashwagandha (15 mg claimed)
- Nutr Labs Astaxanthin (15 mg claimed)
- Osus S Liposomal Astaxanthin (24 mg claimed)
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Several others grossly under-delivered, containing less than 1 mg despite claims of 10-24 mg:
- TerraVita (450 mg claimed, only 0.1 mg actual)
- Neast Antin Plus Ashwagandha (24 mg claimed, 0.3 mg actual)
- We Like Vits Aesan (10 mg claimed, 0.3 mg actual)
- Best Natural Zast Anthon (12 mg claimed, 0.4 mg actual)
- Cheeky Nutrition (12 mg claimed, 0.8 mg actual)
- Others ranging between 0.6 to 0.8 mg actual content despite 10-12 mg claims
Mid-Tier Performers
- Some products delivered slightly better but still under label claims:
- Research Labs (12 mg claimed, 4 mg actual)
- Nature Bell (12 mg claimed, 11 mg actual)
- Deal Supplement (12 mg claimed, 11 mg actual)
- Amazing Nutrition, Square Nutritions, Nature V, Clear Formula (all ~0.6-0.7 mg actual vs 10-12 mg claimed)
Best Performers (Accurate or Exceeding Claims)
- Top 6 products met or exceeded label claims, with actual content ranging from 13 mg to 15 mg per softgel (label claims mostly 12 mg):
- Horach (12 mg claimed, 13 mg actual)
- Bulk Supplements (12 mg claimed, 13 mg actual)
- Now Foods (12 mg claimed, 13 mg actual) — also noted for high-quality astaxanthin
- Double Wood Supplements (12 mg claimed, 14 mg actual) — high quality
- Micro Ingredients (12 mg claimed, 15 mg actual)
- Health Through Nutrition (12 mg claimed, 15 mg actual) — winner, also confirmed high-quality astaxanthin (AstaZanthin)
User Experience & Recommendations
Many products on Amazon are mislabeled and may be scams with little to no astaxanthin. The reviewer personally uses Now Foods astaxanthin due to:
- High quality
- Accurate label claims
- Competitive pricing
- Availability in various strengths
The recommended daily dosage is about 4 mg, as explained in the reviewer’s previous videos. The reviewer buys from iHerb.com for the best prices and offers discount codes for savings.
For those seeking the highest quality and potency, the top-ranked brand Health Through Nutrition is recommended.
Pros
- Clear lab testing with independent verification
- Identification of many scam products to avoid
- Highlighting trustworthy brands with accurate labeling and high quality
- Discount codes and buying tips provided for cost savings
Cons
- Many products on Amazon are misleading or scams
- Some cheaper brands deliver negligible astaxanthin despite high claims
- Quality of astaxanthin itself was not chemically analyzed beyond label accuracy (except noted for some top brands)
Comparisons
- Most Amazon brands fail to deliver close to their label claims
- Now Foods and a few other brands provide reliable, high-quality astaxanthin
- Health Through Nutrition outperforms others in potency and quality
- Plastic bag packaging (Micro Ingredients) may be less preferred by some users
Different Speaker / Views
- The video is primarily from one reviewer presenting lab results and personal preferences
- The reviewer shares personal buying habits and dosage recommendations
- No conflicting opinions or multiple speakers noted
Verdict
Most astaxanthin supplements sold on Amazon are either grossly mislabeled or outright scams with little to no active ingredient. However, a handful of brands, including Now Foods, Double Wood Supplements, and Health Through Nutrition, deliver accurate or even superior astaxanthin content and are trustworthy choices.
For effective supplementation, choose these verified brands and adhere to a daily dose around 4 mg. Avoid cheap or unknown brands promising high dosages that fail to deliver.
Overall Recommendation
Buy astaxanthin from reputable, lab-tested brands like Now Foods or Health Through Nutrition to ensure potency and quality. Beware of many Amazon listings that contain little or no astaxanthin despite high label claims. Use discount codes and shop at reliable retailers like iHerb for best value.
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