What is Lutein?
Lutein is a carotenoid that exists in plants and has a high degree of antioxidant capacity. Human eyes include (lens, retina, macula) with very high concentrations. Due to its protective effect on the eyes, the human body cannot Self-synthesis, if you can not get enough from food, you need additional supplements.
The main physiological effects of lutein are
● Form the most important antioxidant component in the macular part of the retina (the most essential area that produces vision);
● Filter harmful short-wave blue light;
● Enhanced visual function (by reducing chromatic aberration and improving color contrast);
● Inhibit free radicals formed during the photosensitive process;
● Improve glare disability and photostimulation recovery period;
The main functions of lutein:
1. Protect the retina and ensure clear vision
Lutein is a good antioxidant, which can prevent the retina from oxidative damage when absorbing light; it can also protect the capillaries of the eyes and maintain good blood circulation.
2. Improve eyesight
Lutein is a very strong antioxidant that can help filter out blue light, reduce chromatic aberration, and make vision more accurate.
3. Prevention of glaucoma
Lutein can reduce the oxidation intensity of ocular protein, the greater the intake, the lower the incidence of glaucoma.
4. Delay the occurrence of cataract
Lutein is the only carotenoid that exists in crystals, which can enhance the antioxidant capacity of crystals, resist sunlight and free radical damage, and delay or prevent the occurrence of cataracts.
5. Prevention of sequelae of high myopia
High myopia is prone to retinal detachment, water accumulation, floaters, etc., and even permanent blindness. Sufficient lutein supplementation can provide sufficient nutrition for the eyes and reduce the occurrence of lesions.
6. Reduce macular degeneration and lesions
Macular degeneration is the main cause of blindness in the elderly. It has been proved by experiments that lutein can help patients with degenerative macular disease improve their vision.
7. Antioxidant
Lutein can inhibit the activity of active oxygen free radicals and prevent the damage of active oxygen free radicals to normal cells. Secondly, lutein can also protect the body from damage through physical or chemical effects, and enhance the body's immunity.
