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Astaxanthin is a naturally occurring fat-soluble carotenoid antioxidant. Astaxanthin exhibits multiple protective mechanisms, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immune-regulatory, anti-apoptotic, nervous system-protective, anti-tumor, and anti-fibrotic effects. These effects make it a potential natural compound for the prevention of chronic disease. Astaxanthin can protect the nervous system against neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. It also protects the liver and helps reduce chronic kidney disease. Additionally, it improves cardiovascular health and has anti-diabetic properties. This review highlights the mechanisms by which astaxanthin protects against chronic diseases, including its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-apoptotic effects, and discusses its potential as an adjuvant therapeutic agent.
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