| Lutein plus zeaxanthin are antioxidants in the | | | | 3) The nutrient helps combat arthritis and |
| carotenoid family. They are naturally occurring, fat | | | | osteoarthritis aches. |
| soluble pigments in plants. The nutrient is high in dark | | | | The reason why there are so many health benefits |
| green leafy vegetables such as spinach, turnip | | | | of lutein is probably because of the fact that it is a |
| greens, collard greens, and egg yolks. It gives food a | | | | potent antioxidant, and, because of this, can counter |
| red, orange, or yellow color however, chlorophyll may | | | | free radical damage. If left unchecked, free radicals |
| cover it though. Lutein is not produced by the body; | | | | can lead to cellular damage internally, which has been |
| therefore the only way to get it is by consuming it. | | | | said to be a leading cause of heart disease, many |
| A safe dosage is about 30 milligrams daily. | | | | cancers, and premature aging. |
| A study done in 2004 called LAST-Lutein Antioxidant | | | | Tips on Choosing a Lutein Supplement - Lutein |
| Supplementation Trial, administered Lutein to | | | | Benefits |
| veterans. The results of the veterans' consumption | | | | 1. Always obtain your supplements from a |
| of Lutein were improved vision. There are other | | | | pharmaceutical GMP compliant manufacturer. These |
| known benefits as well. | | | | places comply with the strictest regulatory standards |
| Those with macular degeneration and cataracts may | | | | for the manufacture of nutritional supplements. This is |
| benefit from Lutein given the results of the | | | | a serious issue that consumers of health products |
| previously mentioned study. It may also protect | | | | need to take seriously because the supplement |
| against cancer and degeneration of the eyes and skin | | | | industry is largely unregulated in the U.S., and now |
| by sunlight -ultraviolet rays. Other conditions may | | | | other places in the worls, and many products have |
| respond to Lutein as well. | | | | been shown to harbor contaminants or do not |
| Cells may be protected from the damage caused by | | | | contain what is stated on the supplement label. |
| free radical damage. It reduces inflammation and | | | | 2. make sure your lutein supplement does not contain |
| redness of the skin. The nutrient may also reduce | | | | any fillers or additives (examples include: sugar, |
| the risk of breast cancer and prevent or slow down | | | | starch, gluten, silica (sand!)) or any artificial colors or |
| arthrosclerosis, clogged arteries and heart disease. | | | | flavors of any kind. |
| Other less known potential benefits of lutein are: | | | | 3. If you are taken this nutrient for eye health, lutein |
| 1) The nutrient is a possible Anti-cancer agent -- Utah | | | | should be combined with zeaxanthin--and also zinc, |
| Medical School discovered that even a small | | | | you need to take these together. Zinc an important |
| consumption of this nutrient slashed the risk of | | | | mineral that has been shown by the National Eye |
| developing colon cancer. | | | | Institute to possibly reduce the risk of age-related |
| 2) The nutrient helps to ward off the effects of bad | | | | macular degeneration. |
| cholesterol, whilst also keeping artieries clear. | | | | |