When fish consume phytoplankton that
consumed microalgae, they accumulate the omega - 3s in their tissues [3].
Astaxanthin is synthesized naturally in algae (Haematoccous pluvialis) and krill and contained in other fish that
consume microalgae, krill, salmon, and shellfish.
Not exact matches
It is virtually impossible to obtain the recommended daily amount of astaxanthin from diet alone because there are only two prime sources:
microalgae and sea creatures that
consume the algae (such as salmon, shellfish, and krill).
Thus, while vegetarians can rely on eggs and / or
microalgae supplements for DHA, most
consume little if any EPA.
Algal oil is derived from
microalgae, which is what fish
consume to get their DHA, and is biologically equivalent to the DHA received in fish oil.
Spirulina is a
microalgae that has been
consumed for centeries due to its high nutritional value and supposed health benefits.