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Lutein and Zeaxanthin: Updated Studies on Carotenoids for the Eyes

Lutein and zeaxanthin are two important nutrients found in various parts of the body, including the retina and eye lenses. Acting as powerful antioxidants, they are like an internal pair of sunglasses, filtering out harmful UVA/UVB and blue light. Additionally, they aid in reducing night glare, enhancing visual sharpness, and improving color contrast. Research indicates … Continue reading “Lutein and Zeaxanthin: Updated Studies on Carotenoids for the Eyes”

Lutein, Zeaxanthin, Meso-Zeaxanthin – An Update

Your Eyes Benefit from Lutein, Zeaxanthin, and Meso-zeaxanthin Lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin are potent antioxidants found in green leafy vegetables, eggs, corn and even chocolate. They have a profound effect on preserving healthy vision, brain function, the immune and cardiovascular systems. New research is focusing less on the well-established understanding of local benefit from nutrients, … Continue reading “Lutein, Zeaxanthin, Meso-Zeaxanthin – An Update”

Basic Duo: Lutein and Zeaxanthin

These powerhouses provide a great starting point for your vision nutrition. Lutein and zeaxanthin (along with mesozeaxanthin) are carotenoids, a class of mostly yellow, orange, or red fat-soluble pigments, including carotenes, which give color to plant parts such as ripe tomatoes. These macular pigments act as an internal pair of sunglasses to protect the retina from … Continue reading “Basic Duo: Lutein and Zeaxanthin”

Mesozeaxanthin: Star of Macular Carotenoids

Mesozeaxanthin, less well-known than lutein and zeaxanthin, is the most powerful antioxidant of the threesome, but the combined trio presents the most potent protection for the eye than any of the three carotenoids alone.1  Out of all of the roughly 7000 carotenoids known in nature, it is these three that are found in great concentrations … Continue reading “Mesozeaxanthin: Star of Macular Carotenoids”

Zeaxanthin and Lutein Save the Eyes and Improve Brain Circulation

The antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin help keep the eyes healthy. A new study has found that these nutrients also improve the circulation of blood to the brain. Seniors experience gradual cognitive decline. A recent study showed that taking enough of these antioxidants halted cognitive decline. Research supports the idea that nutrition has a direct impact … Continue reading “Zeaxanthin and Lutein Save the Eyes and Improve Brain Circulation”

AMD Inhibited by Lutein, Carotenoids, and Zeaxanthin Antioxidants

New evidence continues to support dietary lutein, carotenoids, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin as a means of inhibiting development of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). AMD is the leading cause of loss of vision in Western people over age 55. A study published in 2010, in Archives of Biochemistry and Biophysics by the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual … Continue reading “AMD Inhibited by Lutein, Carotenoids, and Zeaxanthin Antioxidants”

Lutein and Zeaxanthin Support Healthy Eyes and Fight Macular Degeneration

Macular xanthophylls | Lutein & Zeaxanthin | Zeaxanthin  Lutein Absorption | Role of Antioxidants Macular xanthophylls Macular xanthophylls, perhaps better known as lutein and zeaxanthin, are well known for their role as protectors against age related macular degeneration (AMD). Research at the University of Georgia is also finding that lutein and zeaxanthin supplementation can help … Continue reading “Lutein and Zeaxanthin Support Healthy Eyes and Fight Macular Degeneration”

Improve Eyes’ Light Sensitivity with Lutein and Zeaxanthin

Do you find that your eyes are sensitive to bright lights? A study published in the journal Optometry & Vision Science describes how the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin were found to positively effect many visual performance issues (including contrast sensitivity) when one is exposed to glaring light conditions.  Carotenoids are organic pigments that are naturally … Continue reading “Improve Eyes’ Light Sensitivity with Lutein and Zeaxanthin”

Lutein and Zeaxanthin Reduce Macular Degeneration Risk

The carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin are selectively absorbed by the macula of the eye in order to protect one from developing diseases like macular degeneration.  A new study published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association seeks to measure lutein and zeaxanthin consumption by age, sex, and ethnicity. Among all age groups, both sexes, … Continue reading “Lutein and Zeaxanthin Reduce Macular Degeneration Risk”