Lutein
Lutein
Product Name: Lutein
Synonyms: Phyto-Lutein
CAS number: 127-40-2
Molecular formula: C40H56O2
Molecular weight: 568.85
Appearance: orange-yellow powder, paste or liquid
Introduction:
Lutein, also known as "phytolutein", is an oxygenated carotenoid that is widely found in natural plants such as marigold, banana, kiwi, and corn. It is an antioxidant with excellent performance, which can resist the damage of cells and organs caused by oxygen free radicals in the body, and prevent the symptoms of cardiovascular sclerosis and coronary heart disease caused by aging of the body. The most important thing is that lutein is the only carotenoid component that can exist in the eye crystals. It is the main pigment and antioxidant component of the macula of the retina. Many ophthalmic diseases are greatly related to the lack of lutein. The eyes play an important protective role.
Lutein functions:
1. Protect eyesight.
2. Antioxidant effect.
3. Reduce the incidence of cataracts.
4. Delay arteriosclerosis.
5. Anti-cancer effect.
6. The effect on retinal degeneration.
7. Prevention and treatment of retinopathy and pigment degeneration.
8. Prevention and treatment of macular degeneration.