WHAT IS LIFESTREAM ASTAZAN?

Lifestream AstaZan is a new and+ very exciting supplement, a highly potent Antioxidant. It brings a new level of effectiveness and is unlike any other antioxidant
as it also helps with sun protection and exercise
recovery. Lifestream AstaZan is active throughout the entire body, the unique structure of the active component
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allows it to pass the "blood brain barrier" , meaning it can deliver antioxidant benefits directly to the brain, eyes and nervous system as well as the rest of the
body. Lifestream AstaZan also helps recycle other antioxidants like vitamin E, beta carotene, lycopene and glutathione switching them back on and
prolonging their functional life.

JUST ONE CAPSULE A DAY:

Helps limit sunburn - helps protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation.
Helps recovery time after exercise
Is considerably more effective than Vitamin E as an antioxidant
Uniquely crosses the blood-brain barrier to deliver antioxidants directly to the brain, eyes and nervous system.
Has superior antioxidant activity against free radical damage

WHERE DOES IT COME FROM?

Lifestream AstaZan contains astaxanthin (pronounced as-ta-zan-thin), this natural high-performance carotenoid extract is carefully produced and grown in
natural conditions under the Hawaiian sun. It is a natural and essential dietary component for fish like salmon, the rich astaxanthin content is responsible for
the pink colour in their flesh. Until recently, eating large quantities of salmon* was the only way for humans to get their daily dose of astaxanthin.

+ (Please refer to the important warning on page three of the brochure regarding use of sunscreens)
* (Astaxanthin is also found in trout, shrimp, caviar, lobster but the highest amounts are found in salmon)
Reference:
1. Tso, M.O.M., and T.-T. Lam. 1996. Method of retarding and ameliorating central nervous system and eye damage. U.S.
Patent #5527533.

If you want to give yourself maximum

protection from free radical damage, help limit
sunburn and recovery time after exercise and
support your body to live long and healthy,
then Lifestream AstaZan is for you

SUN PROTECTION
Lifestream AstaZan has the remarkable ability to help limit sunburn and help feed and support the skin in its defences against external damage from ultraviolet
radiation (UVR). It is a systemic sunscreen active throughout the body that strengthens the skins natural defence system during exposure to UVR.
Chronic sun damage and sunburn - especially in the first couple of decades of life - can result in prematurely dry, wrinkled skin and the possibility of skin
diseasein later life.
Sunburn can damage skin cells (proteins, lipids or even DNA), increasing our risk of visible skin damage and long term complications. In defence our body
utilizes an array of antioxidants to disarm the free radicals. Unfortunately under the severe stress of UVR exposure these antioxidant resources can be rapidly
depleted.

CLINICAL STUDY
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A clinical evaluation of the active component in Lifestream AstaZan showed the ability to provide sunscreen protection. The study involved healthy subjects
with fair to average skin tones. Each subject was individually exposed to UV light to form a baseline that caused minimal skin reddening. Subjects then consumed
the active component in Lifestream AstaZan and their skin sensitivity to UV light was re-tested. In conclusion, the active component in Lifestream AstaZan
significantly increased the amount of ultraviolet light energy required to produce skin reddening, the first stage of sunburn.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

It is believed that Astaxanthin complements and participates in the bodys own antioxidant defence system and thereby helps to prevent skin damage. Scientists
believe Lifestream AstaZan works by helping to preserve and enhance the protective effects of substances such as Vitamin E, Vitamin C, beta carotene,
superoxide dismutase and catalase at the skins structure. These effects (in combination or separately) may reduce the acute inflammation reaction of the skin
and tissue just below the skin that follows excessive exposure to UV radiation, which leads to sunburn and damage.
Warning: This product is not a sunscreen or sunburn protectant and does not have a sunburn factor. Do not use this product without adequate sun protection
such as sunscreen, clothing protection etc.
Reference: 1. Clinical Evaluation the potential of an Antioxidant Supplement to alter Photobiological Responsiveness in Humans, Consumer Product Testing Co. Fairfield New Jersey. S01
0244. April 2001.

POTENT ANTIOXIDANT
Lifestream AstaZan has very powerful antioxidant benefits.
The active extract in Lifestream AstaZan (astaxanthin), is a natural red component of a fresh-water plant like Spirulina, but offers much stronger antioxidant
activity against free radicals, pollutants and damaging substances. Astaxanthin is similar to beta-carotene but a slight difference in structure results in a radical
difference in biological
activity. Lifestream AstaZan is stronger than natural antioxidants like beta-carotene and up to 100 times stronger than Vitamin E as
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an antioxidant .
The unique structural aspects allow it to pass the "blood brain barrier", meaning it can deliver antioxidant activity benefits not only through the blood stream
to the cells of the skin, muscles and organs but also directly to the brain, eyes and nervous system.
Lifestream AstaZan is active throughout the entire body - a far-reaching and potent antioxidant that also helps recycle other antioxidants like Vitamin E, beta
carotene, lycopene and glutathione switching them back on and prolonging their functional life.

RESEARCH
At the institute for Bio-organic Research, Osaka, Japan, a prominent researcher and his team found that the antioxidant activities of astaxanthin were approximately
10 times stronger than other carotenoids
(those studied included beta carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin). Even more impressive, astaxanthin was rated as being
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100 times more2 powerful thanVitamin E . In other tests astaxanthin was rated as being up to 1000 times more powerful in terms of protecting lipid peroxidation
than Vitamin E .

IS IT A NATURAL ANTIOXIDANT?
Yes. The active component in Lifestream AstaZan has been produced naturally for many thousands of years and is very different from the synthetic variety.
Lifestream AstaZan provides esterified astaxanthin, which means it is more stable. Lifestream AstaZan is specifically formulated to provide other lipid soluble
components and this formulation maximises absorption and health benefits.
Just ONE Lifestream AstaZan capsule provides the recommended daily dose of astaxanthin, which is equivalent to 800g of Atlantic salmon!

Reference:
1-2 Miki, Wiataru. Biological functions and activities of animal carotenoids.
Pure & Applied Chem., Vol 63, No1, pp 141-146, 1991. Printed in Great Britain, 1991 IUPAC. Tso, M.O.M., and T.-T. Lam. 1996. Method of retarding and ameliorating central nervous system
and eye damage. U.S. Patent #5527533.

Lifestream AstaZan is a very potent,

powerful and versatile antioxidant with many
other benefits like sun protection and
exercise recovery

HELPS RECOVERY TIME AFTER EXERCISE

In both trained athletes and those exercising for general fitness and/or long term health benefits, there is always concern about muscle recovery after exercise.
Lifestream AstaZan will help recovery time after exercise and will assist with recovery time by taking nutrition and special rare plant pigments to the muscles
and joints where they are needed most.

HOW IT DOES IT WORK?

The active component in Lifestream AstaZan appears to assist muscle function by reducing free radical damage during heavy exercise, thus allowing muscles
to use more oxygen efficiently and recover quickly. During strenuous exercise free radicals can cause skeletal damage, muscle damage and lipid peroxidation
as well as contributing to the loss of calcium within cells after strenuous exercise. Current research recommends the use of dietary antioxidants to assist the
process and help with muscle recovery.

THE SUPERB PHYSICAL FEATS OF SALMON

Perhaps the most vigorous feat in the animal world is the instinctive migration up raging rivers by salmon. Salmon accumulate the astaxanthin (the active
component in Lifestream AstaZan), in their muscles in preparation for this huge and very taxing journey which can cover thousands of miles. Mother Nature
chose astaxanthin to protect their bodies from oxidative stress during this extremely traumatic and aerobic migratory event.

EXERCISE RECOVERY STUDIES AND

RESULTS
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In a double blind placebo controlled study on fitness and strength and endurance, physiological test parameters were monitored. There was a significant
difference in the group consuming Astaxanthin. The marked improvement in strength and endurance could not be explained by simple lactic acid tolerance or
increase in muscle mass since this did not occur.
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At the University of Memphis a double blind, placebo controlled study measured the effects of Astaxanthin on volunteers during the 48 hours following intense
exercise. In this case leg lifting was measured as an indication of the ability of Astaxanthin to help recovery time after strenuous exercise. The Astaxanthin
supplemented group did not experience the muscular fatigue after the strenuous exercise, as compared to the placebo group. In addition in the group taking

HOW DO I USE LIFESTREAM ASTAZAN?

Directions for use:

Adults: Take one capsule per day, with food.
Children 6 - 12 years: As directed by your Health Professional.
Store tightly sealed, below 30C in a cool dry place away
from direct sunlight.

There are no listed contraindications for this product.

WARNING: This product is not a sunscreen or sunburn protectant and does not have a sunburn factor.
Do not use this product without adequate sun protection such as sunscreen, clothing protection etc.

INGREDIENTS
Each soft gel capsule contains:
Natural Astaxanthin
4.00mg
Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol)
10.0mg
Lutein
40.0mcg
Also Contains: GE Free safflower oil, BSE free gelatin and glycerin.
This product is free from: wheat, gluten, milk derivatives, yeast, sugar, artificial colour, flavour and preservatives.

Code 015 TAPS8879 LifeStream International Ltd. 2004

The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A healthcare professional should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical
conditions. This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting
with a qualified healthcare professional. Please consult your healthcare professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition.