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Lutein
Description: Lutein is an antioxidant found in many plants. It is from the carotenoid family, which consists of naturally occurring fat-soluble pigments in plants. It is the main carotenoid found in the retina.
Lutein has been shown effective in the treatment of cataracts.1
Lutein works extremely well in protecting the retina against sunlight damage.2 Supplementation with 6 mg of lutein daily may decrease the occurrence of macular degeneration by more than 50%.3

Natural Sources: Collard Greens, Kale, Leeks, Peas, Spinach, Romaine Lettuce.

Useful in treatment of: cataracts, macular degeneration.

Recommended Dosage: 6 mg daily. Should be taken with food.

Contraindications: None.

References:

1Sun Y, et al. Immune restoration and/or augmentation of local graft versus host reaction by traditional Chinese medical herbs. Cancer 1983;52:70.
2Bone RA. Landrum JT. Distribution of macular pigment components, zeaxanthin and lutein, in human retina. Methods Enzymol 1992:213:360–6.
3Seddon JM, Ajani UA, Sperduto RD, et al. Dietary carotenoids, vitamins A, C, and E, and advanced age-related macular degeneration. JAMA 1994:272:1413–20.
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