December 2019 PMID 31788888

Astaxanthin: How much is too much? A safety review.

Thomas Brendler, Elizabeth Mary Williamson

Mentions

14
Peak: 3 in Aug 2020
across 3 sources since Dec 2019

Extended reach

26,598
potential audience

Total likes

339

Video views

7,694

Mentions per month

Dec 2019 – Nov 2024

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter8 posts
  • News4 articles
  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

This collection shows a balanced interest in the safety of astaxanthin, with mentions of the review stating 'no safety concerns' in natural forms and highlighting the uncertainty around synthetic doses. The tone varies from cautious to supportive, reflecting a nuanced understanding of the supplement's safety profile and potential risks associated with higher or synthetic doses.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the review's conclusion that natural astaxanthin is generally safe at typical doses, though some express caution about synthetic forms and dosage levels.

InterestModerate interest

Participants are somewhat interested, as evidenced by their focus on safety and dosage details, but not deeply invested in complex scientific debates.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments indicate moderate engagement, with references to specific studies, safety concerns, and comparisons to other supplements like finasteride.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions could influence consumer perceptions of astaxanthin, especially highlighting safety at recommended doses and raising awareness about synthetic versions.

Abstract in brief

  • The review highlights that natural astaxanthin (AX) is generally safe at doses ranging from 2 to 24 mg per day, with most studies reporting no safety concerns.
  • There is a discrepancy in recommended daily intake levels across different countries, and current safety assessments often rely on toxicological studies using synthetic AX, which is chemically different from natural AX.
  • The authors recommend establishing separate acceptable daily intake (ADI) levels for natural and synthetic AX, emphasizing the need for more studies, especially clinical trials involving synthetic AX, to accurately determine its safety profile.]

Top posts

Most liked on X and Bluesky
Joe B
@JBianco215 · X

@shameermulji It should be helpful from food, but riskier at big/synthetic doses because few human studies on long-term safety. It's also a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor like finasteride and saw palmetto, which can harm susceptible people. https://t.co/CRFZgtsVvc

Jun 20, 2022 · 1 like · 4,577 followers View post →
EurekaMag
@EurekaMag · X

Astaxanthin: How much is too much? A safety review https://t.co/qQoSebeqHC

Aug 10, 2020 · 2 shares · 6,543 followers View post →
POPLINE
@POPLINE_org · X

RT @EurekaMag: Astaxanthin: How much is too much? A safety review https://t.co/qQoSebeqHC

Aug 10, 2020 · 2 shares · 5,238 followers View post →
Science Alerts
@Science_Alerts · X

RT @EurekaMag: Astaxanthin: How much is too much? A safety review https://t.co/qQoSebeqHC

Aug 10, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,234 followers View post →
Nectapharma
@nectapharma · X

จริงหรือไม่⁉️ ตับไตพัง! เพราะกิน Astaxanthin

Nov 6, 2024 · 642 followers View post →
Nectapharma
@nectapharma · X

Oct 25, 2024 · 642 followers View post →

All mentions

Nectapharma
@nectapharma · X

จริงหรือไม่⁉️ ตับไตพัง! เพราะกิน Astaxanthin

Nov 6, 2024 · 642 followers View post →
Nectapharma
@nectapharma · X

Oct 25, 2024 · 642 followers View post →
Joe B
@JBianco215 · X

@shameermulji It should be helpful from food, but riskier at big/synthetic doses because few human studies on long-term safety. It's also a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor like finasteride and saw palmetto, which can harm susceptible people. https://t.co/CRFZgtsVvc

Jun 20, 2022 · 1 like · 4,577 followers View post →
NAXA
@NAXAinfo · X

We have a new spotlight study up today. Go to our home page, https://t.co/cTecdkBcqS and scroll down to find the study - “Astaxanthin: How much is too much? A safety review”.

Oct 12, 2020 · 16 followers View post →
Science Alerts
@Science_Alerts · X

RT @EurekaMag: Astaxanthin: How much is too much? A safety review https://t.co/qQoSebeqHC

Aug 10, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,234 followers View post →
POPLINE
@POPLINE_org · X

RT @EurekaMag: Astaxanthin: How much is too much? A safety review https://t.co/qQoSebeqHC

Aug 10, 2020 · 2 shares · 5,238 followers View post →
EurekaMag
@EurekaMag · X

Astaxanthin: How much is too much? A safety review https://t.co/qQoSebeqHC

Aug 10, 2020 · 2 shares · 6,543 followers View post →
nutradian
@nutradian · X

#Astaxanthin: how much is too much? A #safety #review https://t.co/XfKQEjoLKa 87 #human studies reviewed: no safety concerns with #natural AX #supplementation among which 37 studies with doses ≥ 12 mg/day

Dec 3, 2019 · 1 followers View post →