Astaxanthin is the most powerful nutrient ever discovered for eye health. Astaxanthin is a carotenoid that is produced by the microalgae <em>Haematococcus pluvialis</em> when its water supply dries up, forcing it to protect itself from ultraviolet radiation. Astaxanthin is leaps and bounds more powerful than beta-carotene, alpha-tocopherol, lycopene, and lutein--other members of its chemical family. Astaxanthin exhibits VERY STRONG free radical scavenging activity, and protects your cells, organs, and body tissues from oxidative damage.  Astaxanthin greatly protects your eyes from cataracts, macular degeneration, and blindness.