Lutein

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Lutein (and the closely related compound zeaxanthin), is a carotenoid phytochemical that helps to prevent age-related macular degeneration and is an antioxidant chemical due to its ability to absorb phototoxic blue light and near ultraviolet radiation.

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Lutein, an antioxidant phytochemical.


Lutein + Zeaxanthin Levels in Foods
Food Micrograms/cup Micrograms/100 grams
Kale 23,720 18,246
Spinach 20,354 11,308
Turnip greens 12,154 8,440
Collards 14,619 7,694
Mustard Greens 8,347 5,962
Parsley 556 5,560
Dandelion Greens 4,944 4,709
Green Peas, Frozen 3,840 2,400
Lettuce, Romaine 1,295 2,313
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