Lutein and Zeaxanthin
Lutein is an antioxidant occurring naturally in green leafy
vegetables, and it is considered to be a beneficial eye vitamin. It has been
found that 6-10 mg/day of lutein reduces the risk of age-related macular
degeneration (AMD). The macula is the fragile center of the retina responsible
for central vision and visual acuity. Deterioration of the macula over a
lifetime causes AMD.
In most cases, eye floaters are also a result of
age-related deterioration in the health of the eye. This is why regular intake
of lutein and its related compound zeaxanthin can help reduce the prominence of
eye floaters. Egg yolks, turnip greens, and fruits such as grapes and mangoes
are good sources of this compound.
Info source: http://www.healthguideinfo.com/eye-health/p102260/
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