: an orange xanthophyll C40H56O2 occurring in plants, animal fat, egg yolk, and the corpus luteum
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For example, nutrients such as vitamins C and E, carotenoids (lutein, zeaxanthin, beta-carotene),14 zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids are important in vision due to their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant functions.15
Kale contains a variety of these nutrients.
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Barbie Cervoni, Verywell Health, 11 June 2025
Eggs also provide lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants important for eye health.
—Kathi Valeii, Verywell Health, 27 May 2025
Agarwal recommends a diet rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants (like vitamin C and zinc), lutein and zeaxanthin.
—Elizabeth Yuko, Flow Space, 27 May 2025
Avocados are a nutrient-dense fruit, offering fiber, healthy fats, folate and lutein—nutrients known to support fetal and infant development.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
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Barbie Cervoni, Verywell Health, 11 June 2025
Eggs also provide lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants important for eye health.
—Kathi Valeii, Verywell Health, 27 May 2025
Agarwal recommends a diet rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants (like vitamin C and zinc), lutein and zeaxanthin.
—Elizabeth Yuko, Flow Space, 27 May 2025
Avocados are a nutrient-dense fruit, offering fiber, healthy fats, folate and lutein—nutrients known to support fetal and infant development.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
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“Lutein.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lutein. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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