Evidence supporting the use of: Carotenoid
For the body system: Eyes
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4
Carotenoids, particularly lutein and zeaxanthin, are well-studied for their role in supporting eye health. These pigments are found in high concentrations in the macula of the human retina, where they help filter harmful high-energy blue wavelengths of light and act as antioxidants. Numerous epidemiological and interventional studies have demonstrated that higher dietary intake and plasma levels of lutein and zeaxanthin are associated with a reduced risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss in older adults. Randomized controlled trials, such as the Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS2), have shown that supplementation with these carotenoids can slow the progression of AMD in individuals at high risk. Other carotenoids like beta-carotene have also been researched, though their use is more controversial due to potential risks in smokers. The mechanisms involve antioxidant activity, blue light filtration, and maintenance of retinal structure and function. While not all studies show benefit for every population, the overall body of evidence supports the use of specific carotenoids (especially lutein and zeaxanthin) for eye health, particularly in the context of preventing or slowing AMD. Therefore, their use for supporting the eye body system is justified based on substantial scientific evidence.
Other ingredients that support Eyes
acetyl l-carnitinealgal oil
alpha-carotene
anchovies
anthocyanins
apricot
astaxanthin
berry flavor
beta-carotene
bilberry
black currant
blackberry
blueberry
broccoli
calamari oil
carrot
citicoline
cryptoxanthin
d-alpha tocopherol
DHA (docosahexaeonic acid)
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)
fish oil
flavonols
fruit and vegetable blend (proprietary)
gooseberry
hyaluronic acid
hypromellose
kale
l-carnosine
l-taurine
lutein
mackerel
mannitol
marine lipid
melatonin
mixed carotenoids
omega-3 fatty acids
orange
pine bark
pumpkin
riboflavin (vitamin B2)
rutin
saffron
sardines
shrimp
spinach
tomato
triphala
vegetable and fruit blend (proprietary)
vitamin A
vitamin B
vitamin C
vitamin E
water
mulberry
zeaxanthin
zinc
chickweed
morus
chrysanthemum
haliotis
polyphenols
trace minerals
goji berry
herbal blend (proprietary)
algae
3,3'-dihydroxy-B-carotene-4,4'-dione
Aronia melanocarpa
Alchornea
Avocado
anthocyanidins
anthocyanosides
beta-zeacarotene
Beef liver
Blakeslea trispora
berry
Bioflavonoids
Bee products
Barbary matrimony vine
Crocin
Carnosine
Cod Liver Oil
Cyanidin
Cornflower
Cantaloupe
Chinese Ligustrum berry
Cornus
Carotene (unspecified)
Crocetin
Cocklebur
Crypthecodinium
Celosia
Capsanthin
Currant
Dunaliella salina
Docosahexaenoic Acid
Dunaliella
Egg
Ergothioneine
Eicosapentaenoic Acid
Flavonoids
fibroblast growth factor
Rose
Squid
Squash
Other body systems supported by Carotenoid
ArteriesBlood
Brain
Circulatory System
Eyes
Gastrointestinal Tract
Heart
Immune System
Intestinal System
Liver
Lungs
Mucus Membranes
Prostate
Respiratory System
Skin
Stomach