Lutein belongs to the carotenoid family of antioxidants. Lutein has been found in the eye, brain, breast and cervix. Research has shown lutein to be supportive for vision health.* In the eye, it is found mainly in the macular region, as well as the entire retina, ciliary iris bodies and lens. As an antioxidant, lutein helps protect macular tissue from photo-oxidation by filtering blue light, and prevents oxidative damage by free radical quenching.* Adequate levels of lutein in the eye may potentially be supportive in the absorption and dissipation of damaging UV radiation.* Research shows that lutein supplementation can increase serum levels of lutein, and increase macular pigment density.*

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, 1 softgel daily with a meal, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Serving Size 1 softgel Servings per container 60 Amount per serving:   Vitamin E (as Mixed Tocopherols) 1 IU Lutein** 20 mg Zeaxanthin** 1 mg

Other ingredients: Safflower oil, gelatin, glycerin, water, yellow beeswax, corn oil.

** FloraGLO® Lutein contains both lutein (5%) and zeaxanthin (0.25%) extracted from marigold flowers. FloraGLO® is a registered trademark of Kemin Industries, Inc.and protected by US patents # 5,382,714 and 5,648,564

Keep in a cool, dry place, tightly capped.

Expert advise:
It is preferable to take lutein from 3-20 mg daily; 40mg is used to prevent further degeneration of Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD) and to retard the further progression of existing ARMD.  Clinical studies have safely employed doses of up to 40 mg of Lutein per day for improving the health of the Macula region of the Eyes. Overdosing above 40mg daily on the long-term can lead to skin color change among other side effects.