: an orange xanthophyll C40H56O2 occurring in plants, animal fat, egg yolk, and the corpus luteum
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Researchers found a connection between lutein intake and improvement in brain function for older adults.
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Renée Onque, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2025
Its soft, red pulp is extremely high in carotenoids (especially lycopene and beta-carotene) and lutein and zeaxanthin.
—New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2025
Kale Kale is a superfood full of fiber and lutein, a compound known to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke.
—Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 23 Sep. 2025
Cantaloupe also contains lutein and zeaxanthin, which promote eye health.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 28 Aug. 2025
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Renée Onque, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2025
Its soft, red pulp is extremely high in carotenoids (especially lycopene and beta-carotene) and lutein and zeaxanthin.
—New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2025
Kale Kale is a superfood full of fiber and lutein, a compound known to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke.
—Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 23 Sep. 2025
Cantaloupe also contains lutein and zeaxanthin, which promote eye health.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 28 Aug. 2025
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“Lutein.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lutein. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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