Lutein helps prevent macular degeneration

Lutein

Lutein is a carotenoid found in vegetables and fruits. It acts as an antioxidant, protecting cells against the damaging effects of free radicals. Lutein is not made in the body; Lutein must be obtained from food or vitamin supplements. Lutein is found in large amounts in flowers and green, leafy vegetables. Research indicates that because of its antioxidant properties, Lutein consumption may play a role in maintaining the health of the eyes, heart and skin as well as the breasts and cervix in women.

Lutein is found in HDL, or “Good” cholesterol and researchers think it may prevent LDL cholesterol from oxidizing. Evidence from a 1994 study in Circulation suggested that one of the reasons the French have a low risk of heart disease is that they consume foods high in Lutein content like spinach and collard greens. Persons who ate large amounts of fruits and vegetables had a 43 percent reduced risk of age-related macular degeneration. Chances are you are not getting the Lutein you need. Americans simply don't eat enough fruits and vegetables rich in carotenoids like Lutein.

Ongoing research by internationally recognized skin cancer experts from Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla, Calif., demonstrates the presence of Lutein and other antioxidants in the skin, with the hypothesis that antioxidant levels can actually protect the skin from sun damage and the onslaught of the aging process. Further supporting evidence from a 1998 paper in the Journal of Dermatology found that Lutein and beta-carotene seemed effective in protecting the cells from UVA damage.

Are you too busy to eat healthy meals? Do you eat a lot of fast food? Do you not eat enough dark green, leafy vegetables? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are probably not getting enough Lutein in your diet. Lutein is easy to add to your diet if you eat plenty of spinach and other green, leafy vegetables. These foods provide high levels of Lutein every time you eat a spinach salad or a serving of kale or turnip greens. The problem is a lot of people do not like these foods or do not eat enough of them. New Sun's Lutein contains 20 mg more than other companies in a small easy to swallow gel caps and at a great price. 20mg 60 gel caps.

Ingredients: Lutein Esters, Zeaxanthin, Cryptoxanthin, Soybean Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Carob, Water and Silica.

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