Women's Health

Lutein and Women's Health

Research has suggested a minimum of 6-10 mg per day of lutein is necessary to realize lutein’s health benefits. One such benefit is lutein’s role in eye health, specifically its role in reducing the risk of Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD).** In particular to women’s health, research has implicated gender as a risk factor for AMD with women at a higher risk than men.1 It is documented that women have approximately 20% lower macular pigment in the eye compared to men.2



Women’s health research suggests lutein may also have a role during pregnancy and lactation. Researchers have found lutein and zeaxanthin in breast milk and umbilical cord plasma, suggesting that these carotenoids may be transferred from mothers to babies.3,4


In addition, studies indicate that foods rich in carotenoids - lutein, zeaxanthin, lycopene, beta-carotene, alpha-carotene - may have protective benefits against breast cancer risk.**5-8

** These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.