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  • Astaxanthin: The Natural Sunscreen Protecting Crayfish - And Humans?
    Sunscreen.

    Sunscreen contains chemicals that absorb ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. This radiation can damage the DNA in skin cells, leading to sunburn, skin cancer, and other skin problems. Crayfish have a natural sunscreen called astaxanthin, which is a carotenoid pigment that gives them their red color. Astaxanthin absorbs UV radiation and helps to protect the crayfish from damage.

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