Lutein

Lutein by Good'n Natural

Description of Lutein
Lutein shows its favorable effects on eye health and is the principle Carotenoid found in the central area of the retina called the macula. Carotenoids are fat-soluble antioxidants found in fruits, vegetables, marigolds and other plants. Our formula gives you 40 mg of Lutein in a convenient softgel.

Suggested Use of Lutein
For adults, take one (1) softgel daily, preferably with a meal.

Warning of Lutein
If you are pregnant, nursing or taking any medications, consult your doctor before use. Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place. Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.

Lutein by Olympian Labs

Description of Lutein
Lutein belongs to the xanthophylls, a subgroup of the carotene family. Carotenoids are a group of over 600 compounds known as the carotenoid pigments. These pigments give yellow, green or orange coloration to vegetables and fruits and are precursors for vitamin A or retinol, an essential chromophore in all known visual systems. Lutein is naturally found in egg yolk and several plants including collard greens, kale, leeks, peas, romaine lettuce and spinach.

Lutein is a yellow carotenoid pigment produced by plants and found in our eyes in the central area of the retina, called macula. The macula is a small, concentrated collection of photosensitive cells in the middle of the retina, directly behind the lens, that is responsible for central vision. In front of the photoreceptor is the neural retina. The neural retina is a network of various nerve and other cells that carry visual signals laterally to the optic nerve. A special antioxidant pigment accumulates within the neural retina directly over the central macular region. This antioxidant is observed as a yellow spot called the macula lutea. This yellow pigment is derived from the diet in foods that are rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, a non-vitamin A carotenoid pigment that is a “cousin” to beta-carotene. While vitamin A, beta-carotene and lycopene are also members of the carotenoid family, researchers have found that lutein is the carotenoid found most abundantly in the eye. Recent evidence suggests lutein/zeaxanthin acts similarly to yellow "blue-blocking" sunglass filters, protecting receptors from bleaching by sunlight and oxidative damage.

Dietary lutein is considered an essential micronutrient for normal vision. Lutein acts as a filter to protect the light-sensitive photoreceptor cells (cone cells) in macula from potentially damaging forms of light and light-originated free radical damages. Lutein protects the optic nerve and may help deter the development of age-related eye disorders such as macular degeneration, a leading cause of blindness in older people. Macular degeneration is the breakdown of these light-sensing cells, eventually resulting in the loss of sight in the central part of the field of vision. This breakdown of light-sensing cells is due to a process called oxidation. The oxidants responsible for this are present in all of us, produced by normal metabolic processes. These oxidants are kept under control by antioxidants that prevent the oxidation of the macular cells. Unfortunately, as we grow older, this protective process becomes less effective. Studies show that people who eat more lutein-containing foods or take lutein rich supplements appear to be less likely to develop macular degeneration.

Cataracts are the leading cause of vision impairment and a leading cause of blindness worldwide. They can only be treated by surgically replacing the lens and cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed procedures in the U.S. Recently, the correlation between dietary intake of lutein and zeaxanthin and the risk of cataracts have been studied. In fact, three recent epidemiological studies have reported a definite correlation between higher intake of lutein and zeaxanthin and a reduced risk of cataracts. Lutein and zeaxanthin are the only carotenoids found in the lens, but at much lower concentrations than in the macula.

The levels of these nutrients found in foods and in typical multivitamins are not sufficient to significantly impact the progression of eye-related disease making supplementation an easy way to obtain the necessary levels of these nutrients to optimize and support eye health.

Olympian Labs’ Lutein is a 100% pure, vegetarian formulation containing no animal bi-products and is available in easy-to-swallow, kosher-certified capsules.

Lutein by Bluebonnet

Description of Lutein
Bluebonnet’s Lutein 20 mg Softgels provide pure lutein from 100% natural marigold extract, the most abundant carotenoid found in yellow fruits and vegetables in easy-to-swallow softgels for maximum assimilation and absorption.

Lutein by Nature's Life

Description of Lutein
Lutein and Zeaxanthin are found in the macula of the human retina, as well as the human crystalline lens.
Nature’s Life guarantees that NO ingredients other than those listed on this label have been added to this product.
This quality Nature’s Life product meets our Quality Assurance Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices.

Suggested Use of Lutein
As a dietary supplement, take one (1) softgel per day, with food.

Warning of Lutein
Store in a cool, dry place safely away from children. Do not buy if outer seal is broken or missing.

Lutein by Twinlab

Description of Lutein
Lutein is the most abundant carotenoid found in fruits and vegetables, and is a potent antioxidant, espeicially concetrated in the macula of the eye. Twinlab Lutein is in a dry, water dispersed form, with no added oils or fats. Natural mixed tocopherols and rosemary extract are added as antioxidants for greater stability and shelf life.

Suggested Use of Lutein
Take one capsule daily (preferably with a meal) or as directed by a physician.

Lutein by Nutricology

Description of Lutein
Lutein belongs to the carotenoid family of antioxidants. Lutein has been found in the eye, brain, breast and cervix. Research has shown lutein to be supportive for vision health. In the eye, it is found mainly in the macular region, as well as the entire retina, ciliary iris bodies and lens. As an antioxidant, lutein helps protect macular tissue from photo-oxidation by filtering blue light, and prevents oxidative damage by free radical quenching. Adequate levels of lutein in the eye may potentially be supportive in the absorption and dissipation of damaging UV radiation. Research shows that lutein supplementation can increase serum levels of lutein, and increase macular pigment density.

Suggested Use of Lutein
As a dietary supplement, 1 softgel daily with a meal, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Warning of Lutein
Keep in a cool, dry place, tightly capped.

Lutein by Foodscience Of Vermont

Description of Lutein
Lutein is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the eye from sunlight damage and age-related dysfunction. Lutein is found in high concentrations in the retina and macula of the eye. It is found in nature with Zeaxanthin. As antioxidants, they help to reduce the effects of oxidative stress to the macula and lens of the eye. Our Lutein is derived from Lutein ester and yields 10 mg of free Lutein per capsule.

Suggested Use of Lutein
Take one capsule 1-4 times daily with food.

Lutein by Jarrow Formulas

Description of Lutein
Lutein is an antioxidant carotenoid that occurs in nature with zeaxanthin, a closely related carotenoid. Lutein and zeaxanthin concentrate in the eye’s macula and lens, as well as in the skin, breast and cervical tissues. Both lutein and zeaxanthin protect the eyes from oxidative stress. The macula is responsible for focus and color differentiation. Lutein and zeaxanthin are found in dark green, leafy vegetables. While the average American intake of lutein is only 2 mg per day, other population groups consume up to 20 to 25 mg per day. Jarrow Formulas Lutein is extracted from marigold petals. Each softgel contains 20 mg elemental lutein from40 mg lutein esters, which are naturally occurring, morestable and are well absorbed.

Suggested Use of Lutein
Take 1 softgel per day with food, or as directed by your qualified health consultant.

Warning of Lutein
If you have a medical condition, are pregnant, lactating, or trying to conceive, are under the age of 18, or are taking medications, consult your health care practitioner before using this product.
Keep out of the reach of children.

Lutein by Source Naturals

Description of Lutein
Lutein is a potent antioxidant carotenoid, found in abundance in fruits and green leafy vegetables. Lutein is one of the dominant pigments found in the macular region of the retina in the eye. In the macula, lutein is selectively accumulated from plasma and filters out visible blue light. Recent studies suggest this filtering process serves to protect the retina from photic damage or other oxidative damage. Source Naturals Lutein is extracted from the marigold flower and purified by an exclusive patented process (U.S. Patent No. 5,382,714).

Suggested Use of Lutein
1 capsule daily with meals, or as recommended by your health care professional.

Warning of Lutein
If you are pregnant or nursing, consult your health care professional before using this product.

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