2005;15 Suppl 2:S140-S149. Nutrients. 1996;66(2):119-125. I. Naylor CD, O'Rourke K, Detsky AS, Baker JP. Relation between dietary intake, serum concentrations, and retinal concentrations of lutein and zeaxanthin in adults in a Midwest population. Hozawa, A., Jacobs, D. R., Jr., Steffes, M. W., Gross, M. D., Steffen, L. M., and Lee, D. H. Relationships of circulating carotenoid concentrations with several markers of inflammation, oxidative stress, and endothelial dysfunction: the Coronary Artery Risk Development in Young Adults (CARDIA)/Young Adult Longitudinal Trends in Antioxidants (YALTA) study. 2012;96(5):1161S-1165S. Calendula is often marketed as a treatment for eczema and dermatitis, but there is not much research supporting its effectiveness for these conditions. Abnet, C. C., Qiao, Y. L., Dawsey, S. M., Buckman, D. W., Yang, C. S., Blot, W. J., Dong, Z. W., Taylor, P. R., and Mark, S. D. Prospective study of serum retinol, beta-carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin, and lutein/zeaxanthin and esophageal and gastric cancers in China. Handelman, G. J., Nightingale, Z. D., Lichtenstein, A. H., Schaefer, E. J., and Blumberg, J. Loughman J, Loskutova E, Butler JS, Siah WF, O'Brien C. Macular pigment response to lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin supplementation in open-angle glaucoma: A randomized controlled trial. Roodenburg AJ, Leenen R, van het Hof KH, et al. Nutr.J. Xu J, Song C, Song X, Zhang X, Li X. Carotenoids and risk of fracture: a meta-analysis of observational studies. Slattery ML, Potter JD, Coates A, et al. View abstract. Gartner, C., Stahl, W., and Sies, H. Preferential increase in chylomicron levels of the xanthophylls lutein and zeaxanthin compared to beta-carotene in the human. View abstract. For people with a genetic predisposition to eye disorders or cancer, taking more lutein might be necessary. A., Klein, B. E., Klein, R., Palta, M., Bowen, P. E., and Greger, J. L. Serum carotenoids and tocopherols and incidence of age-related nuclear cataract. Nutrient intake and cataract extraction in women: a prospective study. Br.J.Ophthalmol. View abstract. Neuroepidemiology. Takeda A, Nyssen OP, Syed A, et al. View abstract. Renzi-Hammond LM, Bovier ER, Fletcher LM, et al. It may help decrease heart problems. Therapeutic effect of lutein supplement on non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy: a retrospective study. Our team includes licensed nutritionists and dietitians, certified health education specialists, as well as certified strength and conditioning specialists, personal trainers and corrective exercise specialists. 2012;131(1):239-253. In addition to being found within thepigments of oureyes, carotenoids are also present within the skin. Yagi, A., Fujimoto, K., Michihiro, K., Goh, B., Tsi, D., and Nagai, H. The effect of lutein supplementation on visual fatigue: a psychophysiological analysis. Hammond BR Jr, Johnson EJ, Russell RM, et al. Flood V, Smith W, Wang JJ, et al. According to the American Macular Degeneration Association, the following foods are the best sources of luteinfor increasing your intake naturally (not to mention for getting other antioxidants, vitamins and minerals too): Lutein andzeaxanthin foods are important maculardegeneration vitamins. van Leeuwen R, Boekhoorn S, Vingerling JR, et al. Int J Vitam Nutr Res 1998;68:360-5. J Nutr 2004;134:2387-94. Loughman, J., Nolan, J. M., Howard, A. N., Connolly, E., Meagher, K., and Beatty, S. The impact of macular pigment augmentation on visual performance using different carotenoid formulations. View abstract. Ophthalmology 2012;119(11):2282-2289. The average person who eats the standard American diet is likely running low in this carotenoid, in addition to other important antioxidants. A dose-response meta-analysis of dietary lutein and zeaxanthin intake in relation to risk of age-related cataract. Saxena, S., Srivastava, P., and Khanna, V. K. Antioxidant supplementation improves platelet membrane fluidity in idiopathic retinal periphlebitis (Eales' disease). Eur J Clin Nutr 2007;61:1167-73. Kotagiri SR, Morde A, Rai D, et al. Retina 2010;30(8):1282-1293. Am J Clin Nutr 1999;70:509-16. View abstract. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2003;42(6):315-323. WebThe best antihistamine for eczema is the one that relieves your symptoms. While we dont know exactly how lutein and cancer formation is tied just yet, correlational studies have shown that adults with higher levels of lutein in the blood experience a reduced risk of developing several forms of common cancers. All rights reserved. Moeller, S. M., Voland, R., Tinker, L., Blodi, B. Serum carotenoids and tocopherols and severity of nuclear and cortical opacities. Incidence of cataract operations in Finnish male smokers unaffected by alpha tocopherol or beta carotene supplements. View abstract. Tan, J. S., Wang, J. 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D., and Fletcher, A. E. Inverse association of vitamin C with cataract in older people in India. Superior bioavailability of a novel lutein and zeaxanthin formulation in healthy human subjects. OTHER NAME(S): All-E-Lutein, Beta,epsilon-carotene-3,3'-diol, E-L. Lutein is found in many foods, including egg yolks, spinach, kale, corn, orange pepper, kiwi fruit, grapes, zucchini, and squash. View abstract. Ren YB, Qi YX, Su XJ, Luan HQ, Sun Q. View abstract. A large body of evidence shows that lutein has several beneficial effects, especially on eye health. Mares-Perlman JA, Brady WE, Klein R, et al. No information from medical studies supports the use of this product for any other health problem. View abstract. Ophthalmol Sci 2021;1(3):100039. View abstract. Schupp C, Olano-Martin E, Gerth C, et al. An eye disorder in premature infants that can lead to blindness (retinopathy of prematurity). Reboul E, Thap S, Perrot E, et al. View abstract. Invest Ophthalmol.Vis.Sci. 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Lutein protects the eyes by filtering out a percentage of damaging short-wavelength UV light that negatively affects delicate parts of the eyes, such asthe retina (the macula). Associations between antioxidant and zinc intake and the 5-year incidence of early age-related maculopathy in the Beaver Dam Eye Study. 2014 Jan;252(1):63-70. View abstract. Ophthalmic Res. Some of the top lutein-rich foods to include in your diet are dark leafy greens like spinach and kale, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, eggs, oranges, and papaya. View abstract. 2006;82(5):915-920. Invest Ophthalmol.Vis.Sci. pii: E426. It contains 20 mg of lutein, 4 mg of zeaxanthin, 408mg of vitamin C, 242.3mg of vitamin E, 30mg of zinc, and 1.5mg of copper. 2010;128(4):403-411. Landrum JT, Bone RA, Joa H, et al. Arch.Biochem.Biophys. View abstract. are clickable links to these studies. 2012;96(5):1223S-1233S. Bloomer RJ, Fry A, Schilling B, Chiu L, et al. Palombo, P., Fabrizi, G., Ruocco, V., Ruocco, E., Fluhr, J., Roberts, R., and Morganti, P. Beneficial long-term effects of combined oral/topical antioxidant treatment with the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin on human skin: a double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Chung HY, Rasmussen HM, Johnson EJ. Br.J.Nutr. WebMD does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. 26th ed. 2001;42(1):235-240. CONDITIONS OF USE AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This information is meant to supplement, not replace advice from your doctor or healthcare provider and is not meant to cover all possible uses, precautions, interactions or adverse effects. 2003;44(6):2461-2465. Hammond, B. R., Jr., Fletcher, L. M., and Elliott, J. G. Glare disability, photostress recovery, and chromatic contrast: relation to macular pigment and serum lutein and zeaxanthin. Hammond BR Jr, Miller LS, Bello MO, Lindbergh CA, Mewborn C, Renzi-Hammond LM. Astaxanthin supplementation does not attenuate muscle injury following eccentric exercise in resistance-trained men. Goodman GE, Schaffer S, Omenn GS, et al. Am J Hypertens. J Lab Clin Med 1999;134(6):592-598. Hammond, B. R., Jr., Curran-Celentano, J., Judd, S., Fuld, K., Krinsky, N. I., Wooten, B. R., and Snodderly, D. M. Sex differences in macular pigment optical density: relation to plasma carotenoid concentrations and dietary patterns. Zinc. 2003;16(8):665-672. Ito, Y., Wakai, K., Suzuki, K., Ozasa, K., Watanabe, Y., Seki, N., Ando, M., Nishino, Y., Kondo, T., Ohno, Y., and Tamakoshi, A. The pharmacological effects of quercetin, such as its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, antiaging, and anticancer activities, as well as its regulating effect on interleukin (IL)-6, IL-8, tumor necrosis factor (TNF), histamine, and tryptase release in mast cells, are well acknowledged [9]. Along with another vision-boosting carotenoid called zeaxanthin, it is abundant in anti-inflammatory,cancer-fighting foodsincluding kale, broccoli and many other green vegetables, eggs yolks, and citrus fruits all of which studies show help protect the eyes from oxidative stress. 2010;26(6):623-626. Bates, C. J., Chen, S. J., Macdonald, A., and Holden, R. Quantitation of vitamin E and a carotenoid pigment in cataractous human lenses, and the effect of a dietary supplement. Anderson MJ, Romaguera D, Saint-Amour D, et al. Dietary carotenoids, vitamins A, C, and E, and advanced age-related macular degeneration. Yeum, K. J., Booth, S. L., Sadowski, J. Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 Research Group. Nutr.J. A European carotenoid database to assess carotenoid intakes and its use in a five-country comparative study. Amount of fat in the diet affects bioavailability of lutein esters but not of alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, and vitamin E in humans. Sedating antihistamines are also called first-generation antihistamines because they were the first J.Matern.Fetal Neonatal Med. Mares-Perlman, J. A prospective study of carotenoid and vitamin A intakes and risk of cataract extraction in US women. View abstract. The possible significance of parallel changes in plasma lutein and retinol in Pakistani infants during the summer season. Capeding, R., Gepanayao, C. P., Calimon, N., Lebumfacil, J., Davis, A. M., Stouffer, N., and Harris, B. J. Lutein-fortified infant formula fed to healthy term infants: evaluation of growth effects and safety. Zhou Y, Wang T, Meng Q, Zhai S. Association of carotenoids with risk of gastric cancer: a meta-analysis. Lutein is found in the retina, where it is thought to protect the eye from the USCs observational studies show that people with the highest levels of lutein in the blood experience less plaque buildup in the arteries, while the opposite is also true: The fewer lutein-rich plant foods someone eats, the more clogged their arteries seem to become. View abstract. View abstract. This daily supplementation decreased the risk of macular degeneration from intermediate to advanced stages by 25%. View abstract. Vision Res. Wright, A. J., Hughes, D. A., Bailey, A. L., and Southon, S. Beta-carotene and lycopene, but not lutein, supplementation changes the plasma fatty acid profile of healthy male non-smokers. View abstract. Arch Ophthalmol 1993;111:104-9.. View abstract. View abstract. View abstract. Berendschot, T. T., Broekmans, W. M., Klopping-Ketelaars, I. View abstract. Yamini, S., West, K. P., Jr., Wu, L., Dreyfuss, M. L., Yang, D. X., and Khatry, S. K. Circulating levels of retinol, tocopherol and carotenoid in Nepali pregnant and postpartum women following long-term beta-carotene and vitamin A supplementation. Mnnist S, Yaun SS, Hunter DJ, et al. 2014 Dec 16;56(1):252-8. Review. Online ahead of print. Appl.Ergon. View abstract. Acta Ophthalmol Scand 1997;75:634-40. Eichler, O., Sies, H., and Stahl, W. Divergent optimum levels of lycopene, beta-carotene and lutein protecting against UVB irradiation in human fibroblastst. J Nutr 2004;134:1887-93. 2012;25(5):523-527. A 2009 study conducted on diabetic rats found that supplementing with lutein and DHA (a crucial type of omega-3 fatty acid) helped normalize all diabetes-induced biochemical modifications. Bartlett, H. E. and Eperjesi, F. Effect of lutein and antioxidant dietary supplementation on contrast sensitivity in age-related macular disease: a randomized controlled trial. 2007;125(9):1225-1232. Knekt P, Ritz J, Pereira MA, et al. 2007;16(10):2008-2015. Gruber M, Chappell R, Millen A, et al. WebLutein is one of two major carotenoids found in the human eye (macula and retina). Long-term nutrient intake and early age-related nuclear lens opacities. Lee EH, Faulhaber D, Hanson KM, et al. 2012;90(5):e399-e403. 2011;249(12):1847-1854. Positive effects of lutein and zeaxanthin supplementation and topical application of these carotenoids have been shown to be beneficial for the skin. Prospective study of intake of fruits, vegetables, vitamins, and carotenoids and risk of age-related maculopathy. Brown L, Rimm EB, Seddon JM, et al. Creatine therapy in myophosphorylase deficiency (McArdle disease): a placebo-controlled crossover trial. View abstract. Lutein and its relative zeaxanthin are pigments called carotenoids. 2014 Jan 22;6(1):452-65. Food Chem 12-15-2012;135(4):2736-2742. Qiu Z, Chen X, Geng T, et al. 2001;119(7):1009-1019. Dherani, M., Murthy, G. V., Gupta, S. K., Young, I. S., Maraini, G., Camparini, M., Price, G. M., John, N., Chakravarthy, U., and Fletcher, A. E. Blood levels of vitamin C, carotenoids and retinol are inversely associated with cataract in a North Indian population. Plasma and macular responses to lutein supplement in subjects with and without age-related maculopathy: a pilot study. View abstract. Bartlett, H., Howells, O., and Eperjesi, F. The role of macular pigment assessment in clinical practice: a review. This carotenoid is obtained from both foods and supplements, which are generally considered safe. Vitamin D: 2 people, 18.18%. Evans JR, Lawrenson JG. 2008;87(6):1837-1843. View abstract. Arch.Ophthalmol. Rubin, L. P., Chan, G. M., Barrett-Reis, B. M., Fulton, A. Exp Eye Res. Chong, E. W., Wong, T. Y., Kreis, A. J., Simpson, J. View abstract. Serum antioxidants and age-related macular degeneration in a population-based case-control study. A case-control study. Clin Chem 2007;53(3):447-455. Schalch, W., Cohn, W., Barker, F. M., Kopcke, W., Mellerio, J., Bird, A. C., Robson, A. G., Fitzke, F. F., and van Kuijk, F. J. Xanthophyll accumulation in the human retina during supplementation with lutein or zeaxanthin - the LUXEA (LUtein Xanthophyll Eye Accumulation) study. Maternal intake of lutein and zeaxanthin during pregnancy is positively associated with offspring verbal intelligence and behavior regulation in mid-childhood in the project viva cohort. Am J Clin Nutr 2000;71:575-82. The association of plasma micronutrients with the risk of cervical dysplasia in Hawaii. View abstract. View abstract. Eye Disease Case-Control Study Group. Heinrich, U., Gartner, C., Wiebusch, M., Eichler, O., Sies, H., Tronnier, H., and Stahl, W. Supplementation with beta-carotene or a similar amount of mixed carotenoids protects humans from UV-induced erythema. 5 Reasons to Add Lamb Meat to Your Diet, St. Johns Wort Benefits for Depression, PMS & Menopause. Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci. View abstract. Olmedilla, B., Granado, F., Southon, S., Wright, A. J., Blanco, I., Gil-Martinez, E., Berg, H., Corridan, B., Roussel, A. M., Chopra, M., and Thurnham, D. I. Serum concentrations of carotenoids and vitamins A, E, and C in control subjects from five European countries. WebThe B Vitamins are essential in improving skin conditions such as eczema. This is why we need antioxidants to help neutralize free radicals. View abstract. BMC.Ophthalmol. Exp Eye Res 1997;65:57-62. Nutrients 2020;12(2):274. Chew EY, Clemons TE, SanGiovanni JP, et al. View abstract. 2008;27(2):218-227. A. View abstract. View abstract. View abstract. View abstract. Cota F, Costa S, Giannantonio C, Purcaro V, Catenazzi P, Vento G. Lutein supplementation and retinopathy of prematurity: a meta-analysis. 1996;126(9):2098-2106. That said, possible lutein and zeaxanthin side effects can include harmless yellowingof the skin calledcarotenemia and an upset stomach/vomiting if you take too much. van den Berg H, van Vliet T. Effect of simultaneous, single oral doses of beta-carotene with lutein or lycopene on the beta-carotene and retinyl ester responses in the triacylglycerol-rich lipoprotein fraction of men. Am J Clin Nutr 1999;70:517-24. View abstract. 22. 2017;7:CD000254. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 2020:1-6. Lutein uses and benefits include helping prevent eye conditions like macular degeneration and cataracts, skin disorders and skin cancer, several types of cancer, including colon or breast cancer, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. Cancer Epidemiol.Biomarkers Prev. View abstract. Olestra affects serum concentrations of alpha-tocopherol and carotenoids but not vitamin D or vitamin K status in free-living subjects. View abstract. Br J Nutr 2004;92(1):113-118. View abstract. As another example, one group of people who can usually afford to take more is those with cystic fibrosis. Arch Ophthalmol 2004;122:883-92. It's related to beta-carotene and vitamin A. Lutein-rich foods include egg yolks, broccoli, spinach, kale, corn, orange pepper, kiwi fruit, grapes, orange juice, zucchini and squash. Takeda, S., Masuda, Y., Usuda, M., Marushima, R., Ueji, T., Hasegawa, M., and Maruyama, C. Effects of mayonnaise on postprandial serum lutein/zeaxanthin and beta-carotene concentrations in humans. Zhang PC, Wu CR, Wang ZL, Wang LY, Han Y, Sun SL, et al. Ophthalmology 2008;115(2):334-341. Researchers at Harvard University have found that supplementing with lutein daily can lower the risk for macular degeneration. WebFloraGLO Lutein is scientifically proven to be a valuable ingredient in maintaining the health of our skin by serving as an antioxidant and absorber of high-energy wavelengths of visible Trumbo, P. R. and Ellwood, K. C. Lutein and zeaxanthin intakes and risk of age-related macular degeneration and cataracts: an evaluation using the Food and Drug Administration's evidence-based review system for health claims. 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Luckily, doctors now have the ability to measure macular pigment levels of lutein in someones eyes in order to determine if that person is at an increased risk for disease. Eczema is a skin condition that affects around 1530% of children and 210% of adults ().Scientists have found the cause of eczema may be mostly genetic. Lutein is a carotenoid with reported anti-inflammatory properties. View abstract. Gale, C. R., Hall, N. F., Phillips, D. I., and Martyn, C. N. Plasma antioxidant vitamins and carotenoids and age-related cataract. Int J Food Sci Nutr 2016;67(7):744-53. View abstract. The supplement used is a product of Wakamoto Pharmaceutical. Even in people who have existing eye damage, including plenty of lutein in their diets can help stop the condition from progressing and further damaging vision. View abstract. View abstract. Robman, L., Vu, H., Hodge, A., Tikellis, G., Dimitrov, P., McCarty, C., and Guymer, R. Dietary lutein, zeaxanthin, and fats and the progression of age-related macular degeneration. San Giovanni, J. P., Chew, E. Y., Clemons, T. E., Ferris, F. L., III, Gensler, G., Lindblad, A. S., Milton, R. C., Seddon, J. M., and Sperduto, R. D. The relationship of dietary carotenoid and vitamin A, E, and C intake with age-related macular degeneration in a case-control study: AREDS Report No. 4. The human body cannot synthesize lutein or zeaxanthin on its own, which means we must obtain these important nutrients from our diets (or, in some cases, supplements). Am J Clin Nutr 2012;96(4):902-910. View abstract. Clin.Exp.Optom. Front Aging Neurosci 2017;9:254. Herron, K. L., McGrane, M. M., Waters, D., Lofgren, I. E., Clark, R. M., Ordovas, J. M., and Fernandez, M. L. The ABCG5 polymorphism contributes to individual responses to dietary cholesterol and carotenoids in eggs. This information may not fit your specific health circumstances. 2008;49(8):3328-3335. Biomed Res 2011;32(6):387-393. Int.J.Vitam.Nutr.Res. Because it has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, it seems that it would benefit heart health by lowering inflammation, which is an underlying cause of coronary heart disease. They are also found in many dark green vegetables; however the large amounts of Garca-Layana A, Recalde S, Alamn AS, Robredo PF. 1999;19(6):491-495. Am J Clin Nutr 2004;80:1508-20. Note that the numbers in parentheses (1, 2, etc.) J Sci Food Agric. Curr Dev Nutr 2021;5(10):nzab123. View abstract. Lutein is an orange-colored nutrient. View abstract. A., de Vries, A. J., Goldbohm, R. A., Tijburg, L. B., Kardinaal, A. F., and van Poppel, G. Macular pigment density in relation to serum and adipose tissue concentrations of lutein and serum concentrations of zeaxanthin. View abstract. Fitzgerald KC, O'Reilly J, Fondell E, et al. Br.J.Nutr. View abstract. Central retinal thickness is positively correlated with macular pigment optical density. Nutr Neurosci 2008;11(2):75-83. Berson, E. L., Rosner, B., Sandberg, M. A., Weigel-DiFranco, C., Brockhurst, R. J., Hayes, K. C., Johnson, E. J., Anderson, E. J., Johnson, C. A., Gaudio, A. R., Willett, W. C., and Schaefer, E. J. Keep in mind that as with other antioxidants, people seem to differ in terms of how capable their bodies are of absorbing lutein. Lopresti AL, Smith SJ, Drummond PD. Bone, R. A., Landrum, J. T., Guerra, L. H., and Ruiz, C. A. Lutein and zeaxanthin dietary supplements raise macular pigment density and serum concentrations of these carotenoids in humans. Lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin: The basic and clinical science underlying carotenoid-based nutritional interventions against ocular disease. View abstract. View abstract. Web#1 Doctor Recommended Sensitive Skincare Brand; Protects Skin for Fewer Eczema Flare-Up Symptoms With Continued Use; Skin Protectant Colloidal Oatmeal; Microbiome Gentle Ad-Resyl J Nutr 1998;128:1920-6.. View abstract. 2007;78(5):213-219. Dwyer, J. H., Navab, M., Dwyer, K. 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