date:Aug 26, 2013
Lutein and Zeaxanthin are a group of carotenoids that are responsible for giving plants their yellow and red-orange pigment. In humans, the two substances play important roles in vision, eye pigmentation, and may even help prevent atherosclerosis and cancer, according to some studies.
Protection against blindness and oxidative stress
The two carotenoids are concentrated in the macula, which is a part of the retina that functions as a natural sunblock, absorbing UV and blue light. A study publi