zeaxanthin

noun

ze·​a·​xan·​thin ˌzē-ə-ˈzan-thən 

: a yellow crystalline carotenoid alcohol C₄₀H₅₆O₂ that is isomeric with lutein and occurs especially in fruits and vegetables (such as kiwifruit and spinach) and egg yolks

Examples of zeaxanthin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Supports Eye and Vision Health Spinach contains two pigments called carotenoids that are linked to eye health: lutein and zeaxanthin. —Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 26 Nov. 2025

Like beta-carotene, higher intake of lutein and zeaxanthin has been linked to a lower risk of ARMD, making spinach an especially good choice for eye health.11 5. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 25 Nov. 2025

Each serving delivers omega-3s from algal oil, lutein, zeaxanthin and a gentle 50mg of green tea caffeine for clean, balanced energy. —Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025

The basil in this recipe has a wealth of antioxidants like lutein, zeaxanthin and beta-carotene. —Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 24 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary zea- (from New Latin Zea) + xanthin carotenoid pigment, from xanth- + ¹-in

First Known Use

1929, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

zeaxanthin

noun

ze·​a·​xan·​thin ˌzē-ə-ˈzan-thən 

: a yellow crystalline carotenoid alcohol C₄₀H₅₆O₂ that is isomeric with lutein and occurs widely with it and that is the chief pigment of yellow Indian corn