Astaxanthin supplement may shield brain from mental fatigue
NCT ID NCT06460181
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether taking astaxanthin, a natural antioxidant found in seafood, could help protect thinking skills after mental fatigue. Twenty-six healthy, active women aged 18–39 took the supplement and completed reaction-time tests on an iPad. The goal was to see if astaxanthin could keep the brain performing well when tired.
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University of North Alabama
Florence, Alabama, 35632, United States
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