1 Lutein is an antioxidant carotenoid that occurs in nature
with zeaxanthin, a closely related carotenoid.
Lutein and zeaxanthinconcentrate in the eye's macula and lens, as well as in the
skin, breast and cervical tissues. Both lutein and
zeaxanthinprotect the macula from
degradation normally associated with aging and oxidative stress.
The macula is responsible for focus and green, leafy
vegetables. While the average American intake of
lutein is only 2 mg per day, other population groups consume up to
20 to 25 mg per day. JarrowFormulas® Lutein is
extracted from marigold petals. Each
softgelcontains 20mg elemental lutein
from 40 mg lutein esters, which are naturally occurring, more
stable and are well absorbed. Take 1 softgelper day with food,
or as directed by your qualified health care
consultant.