Why Nordic Light Krill & Fish Oil is good for your health
Why Nordic Light Krill & Fish Oil is good for your health
There are many reasons why the contents of the small, red capsules have a positive effect on your body.
The unique combination in the capsules contains, among other things, one of the most powerful antioxidants we know – Astaxanthin, Omega-3,6 and 9, and vitamin D. Krill oil is made from the purest krill on the market and has been shown to:
- Increase energy in the body
- Prevent depression
- Contribute to improved quality of life
- Prevents cardiovascular diseases
- Improve memory and concentration
- Counteracts stiff and sore joints
- Be good for cholesterol
Content and benefits
Astaxanthin
Astaxanthin is a super-oxidant and is called so because it is 10-100 times more powerful than other antioxidants such as beta-carotene.
It is Astaxanthin that gives the capsules their lovely red color and at the same time penetrates all the skin layers on the body and acts as a kind of internal sunscreen.
In addition to being a powerhouse of antioxidants, Astaxanthin is one of the most sought-after antioxidant supplements at the moment because it is full of anti-inflammatory and anti-fatigue properties without side effects.
The concentration of Astaxanthin in krill is 120 mg/kg. In comparison, salmon fish has around 5 mg/kg of antaxanthin.
Benefits of the antioxidant Astaxanthin:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Reduces lactic acid build-up in muscles which reduces pain after training
- Contributes to rebuilding the muscles after exertion – which in turn provides increased resistance to fatigue during intense training
- Protects the skin against damage caused by sunburn and UV rays, reduces wrinkles and increases hydration of the skin.
Omega-3,6 and 9
Most people have heard of Omega-3, but what are Omega-6 and 9 really good for?
Both Omega-3 and Omega-6 lower the harmful LDL cholesterol, while also lowering the dangerous fat in our blood vessels. Thus, these two are crucial in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.
According to the Norwegian Directorate of Health, people who do not eat fatty fish, or who eat little fatty fish, should take a daily supplement of Omega-3.
Omega-9
The body produces Omega-9 itself in the body, but compared to Omega-3 and Omega-6, we produce sufficient amounts of Omega-9 on our own, and it is not considered necessary to consume any extra Omega-9.
However, omega-9 can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by lowering the harmful level of LDL cholesterol in the body.