Zeaxanthin

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Description

Zeaxanthin is a type of Dihydroxycarotenoid Xanthophyll (yellow) Carotenoid that is chemically similar to Lutein.

 

Health Benefits of Zeaxanthin

Eyes/Vision

 Zeaxanthin may help to prevent Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD) - consumption of 2.9 mg or more of Zeaxanthin per day may lower the risk of developing ARMD by approximately 57%.  [1]

 Zeaxanthin may protect against the development of Cataracts (by protecting the Cells of the Eyes from Light-generated (especially Sunlight-generated) Free Radicals).  [2]

 Zeaxanthin concentrates in the Lens of the Eyes.  [3]

 Zeaxanthin concentrates in and improves the health of the Macula (yellow spot on the back) of the Retina of the Eyes: [4]

 Zeaxanthin may protect Photoreceptors in the Retina from Light-induced damage.  [5]

 Zeaxanthin comprises approximately 75% of the total Carotenoids content of the Macula.

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