When these algae experience stress such as intense sunlight, nutrient scarcity, or high salinity they begin producing astaxanthin as a shield to protect their cells from oxidative damage.16 Many marine animals feed on these algae, such as:17 Salmon Shrimp Krill Trout Flamingos These animals absorb and store the pigment in their tissues, which gives them their distinctive pink or reddish coloration.18 What makes astaxanthin compelling is that the same compound algae use to shield their cells from light, heat, and environmental stress may also help human cells withstand similar challenges
Some patients report a yellow tinge to the skin due to mild jaundice from ineffective erythropoiesis
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In the future, new therapeutics based on various components of the GHIGF axis might be developed to further improve the treatment of such disorders
Pathophysiology of diabetic kidney disease: impact of SGLT2 inhibitors
Hyperpigmentation A 2% concentration cream can improve the melanin index and fade dark spots if used twice daily for ten weeks