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Lutein (pronounced LOO-teen) is a carotenoid, meaning a natural colorant or pigment, found in dark green leafy vegetables such as
spinach, plus various fruits and corn. Egg yolks are also sources of lutein.
Lutein provides nutritional support to our eyes and skin – the only organs of the body directly exposed to the outside
environment. Lutein has been linked to promoting healthy eyes through reducing the risk of macular degeneration. Other studies
suggest that a mixture of nutrients, including lutein, may provide supplemental antioxidant capacity to the skin, helping
counteract free radical damage.
Lutein is one of the largest group of over 600 compound known as the carotenoid pigment. It is an efficient anti-oxidant, and
therefore, it's able to protect cells in our body from free radical damages. In addition to anti-oxidant actions, lutein converts
in our body to vitamin A which is an essential micronutrient for normal vision. Lutein in macula filters out potentially harmful
blue lights and UV light, and protects optic nerve cells from damages.
Recent studies indicate that lutein is likely to be preventive of eyes from other dieases, such as cataracts and glaucoma, and
other body parts from lung cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer and cardiovascular dieases.
Lutein can be used as coloring agent, additive, cosmetic and baccy for its bright-coloured, innocuity and high safety.