Cancer is on the rise in the United States. Forty to 50 percent of Americans who live to the age of 65 will battle skin cancer at least once, according to
www.bbc.co.uk.
There’s hope in a pill called BioAstin that was originally marketed as a diet pill, but when tested, was found to have unexpected benefits.
Studies have found that the pill can help relieve back and joint pain, help with rheumatoid arthritis, muscle soreness and carpal tunnel.
Scientists say that the pill speeds up the metabolism and enhances the immune system.
“We found that natural astaxanthin [BioAstin] has three very unique properties: first of all, it’s an extremely potent antioxidant,” said Dr. Gerry Cysewski, CEO and founder of Cyanotech Corporation, in an interview on www.antioxidantsnews.com.
Cyanotech, company that developed the pill, says reduces sunburn by up to 50 percent.
The pill works by creating a natural protective barrier between your skin and harmful UV rays, scientists at Cyanotech say.
The BBC says that the pill is most marketable to blondes and redheads, those with fair skin or skin that freckles.
“I don’t like to take pills just to make life easier, so I probably wouldn’t take it,” said Becky Gardner, a senior from Reno, Nev., and a redhead.
Others in BYU-Idaho’s redheaded community disagree.
“Yeah, I would take the pill. I don’t want to get skin cancer. It would be easier and less of a hassle than putting sunscreen on. Poppin’ pills is easy,” said Jake Erickson, a senior from Burke, Va.
More information about BioAstin is available at www.cyanotech.com.
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