date:Jul 06, 2012
efits for eye health and function, and overall nutrition.
Zeaxanthin and eye health
Lutein and zeaxanthin are nutrients found together in nature and naturally deposited as a protective layer in the macula, a small spot in the back of the eye responsible for central vision.
As we age, levels of the yellow pigments in the macula decrease naturally, thereby increasing the risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The yellow color is due to the content of the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanth