: an orange xanthophyll C40H56O2 occurring in plants, animal fat, egg yolk, and the corpus luteum
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Although not listed as food to emphasize in the new Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease paper, eggs are one of the best sources of brain health-supporting nutrients like choline and lutein.
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Lauren Manaker Ms, Rdn, Ld, Clec, Verywell Health, 17 Nov. 2023
Protects Your Eyes Two pigments found in grapes, lutein and zeaxanthin, protect eye health.
—Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health, 24 Dec. 2023
The study authors highlight three compounds that may help support brain health: folate, lutein, and phylloquinone (vitamin K), which are all found in leafy greens like spinach and kale.
—Lauren Manaker Ms, Rdn, Ld, Clec, Verywell Health, 17 Nov. 2023
The lutein and zeaxanthin found in eggs play a role in maintaining eye health; research published in 2019 shows that lutein in particular may impact cognition in both children and adults.
—Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, 7 Oct. 2022
High in carotenoids such as lutein, petals are also used to create natural food colorings with a warm golden yellow color that is used for all sorts of foods, beverages, and animal feeds.
—Derek Carwood, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2023
Kale Kale is a rich source of carotenoids, particularly lutein and zeaxanthin.
—Discover Magazine, 30 June 2023
Based on these new findings, food sources of lycopene, zeaxanthin, lutein, and alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E) should have a place on your plate to support your brain health.
—Lauren Manaker Ms, Rdn, Health, 28 Aug. 2023
Lycopene, lutein, and zeaxanthin are also carotenoids, nutrient-rich pigments found in fruits and vegetables.
—Byerin Prater, Fortune Well, 16 Aug. 2023
Lauren Manaker Ms, Rdn, Ld, Clec, Verywell Health, 17 Nov. 2023
Protects Your Eyes Two pigments found in grapes, lutein and zeaxanthin, protect eye health.
—Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health, 24 Dec. 2023
The study authors highlight three compounds that may help support brain health: folate, lutein, and phylloquinone (vitamin K), which are all found in leafy greens like spinach and kale.
—Lauren Manaker Ms, Rdn, Ld, Clec, Verywell Health, 17 Nov. 2023
The lutein and zeaxanthin found in eggs play a role in maintaining eye health; research published in 2019 shows that lutein in particular may impact cognition in both children and adults.
—Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, 7 Oct. 2022
High in carotenoids such as lutein, petals are also used to create natural food colorings with a warm golden yellow color that is used for all sorts of foods, beverages, and animal feeds.
—Derek Carwood, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2023
Kale Kale is a rich source of carotenoids, particularly lutein and zeaxanthin.
—Discover Magazine, 30 June 2023
Based on these new findings, food sources of lycopene, zeaxanthin, lutein, and alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E) should have a place on your plate to support your brain health.
—Lauren Manaker Ms, Rdn, Health, 28 Aug. 2023
Lycopene, lutein, and zeaxanthin are also carotenoids, nutrient-rich pigments found in fruits and vegetables.
—Byerin Prater, Fortune Well, 16 Aug. 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
1869, in the meaning defined above
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“Lutein.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lutein. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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