Lutein is pronounced as "LOO-teen." The emphasis is on the first syllable, and the second syllable is pronounced softly. It is commonly used in discussions about eye health and nutrition.
Lutein is known as "லூடின்" in Tamil.
Eggs and leafy greens (such as spinach) are the best food sources of lutein.
An average large egg contains approximately 250 to 300 micrograms of lutein. The lutein content can vary slightly depending on the diet of the hen, with eggs from hens that are fed a lutein-rich diet potentially having higher levels. Lutein is an antioxidant that is beneficial for eye health, making eggs a good source of this nutrient.
Lutein and other carotenoids are considered important because of their antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help to protect cells from damage caused by free radicals
Yes, carrots contain lutein, a type of antioxidant that is beneficial for eye health.
I've read that Lutein is good for age related macular degeneration if you take about 5-10 mg a day.
Lutein cells are the glandular-epithelial cells forming the outer layer of the corpus luteum. They develop from cells of the Graafian follicle.
Research also indicates that getting adequate amounts of lutein may decrease the risk of colon cancer and heart disease.
Lutein is an important nutrient found in green leafy vegetables as well as other foods such as eggs.Many studies have shown that Lutein supplements reduce the risk of chronic eye diseases which include age related macular degeneration and cataracts.
Yes
Examples: lutein and zeaxanthin.
10-20 mg