Lutein is an antioxidant carotenoid that the body does not produce, so it is obtained from foods such as green leafy vegetables and egg yolk; it accumulates in the macula of the eye, acting as a natural filter against blue light and oxidative damage, protecting vision and improving visual acuity, and can also benefit skin health and cognitive function.
What is it and what is it for?
Pigment and antioxidant:
It is a natural yellowish pigment, part of the carotenoid family, which fights free radicals and reduces oxidative stress in the body.
Eye health:
It is essential for eye health. It is concentrated in the macula (central part of the retina) and acts as a sun filter, protecting against harmful blue light and UV radiation.
Prevents diseases:
It helps prevent or delay eye diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts, and improves visual acuity.
Other benefits: It can also support visual and spatial memory, attention, and cognitive flexibility, as well as protect the skin from aging.
Where to find it?
Vegetables: Spinach, kale, broccoli, peas, lettuce, and parsley.
Eggs: Mainly in the yolk.
Others: Corn, zucchini, and grapes.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6164534/
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2161831322005038