Recently there's been a lot of interest in an antioxidant called lutein. Why all this interest? Because researchers feel lutein may help protect cells from damage. Lutein also has the ability to filter out some of the damaging rays of the sun.
- Lutein is present in the eye, in both the lens and the macular region. But lutein has its highest concentration in the macula lutea - the eye tissues responsible for central vision.
- Since the body does not make lutein, you can only obtain it from the foods you eat. Studies have shown that the amount of lutein in the macula can be changed based on the level of lutein in the diet. So you should be sure to eat foods that contain lutein every day. Good sources include dark green, leafy vegetables and citrus fruits as oranges and tangerines. For a few more sources of lutein, see the chart below.
- Although precise connections have not yet been clearly made between lutein and eye health, ongoing studies should help to reveal more about this vital substance. In the meantime, why not eat foods high in lutein? After all, they contain lots of other great nutrients as well!
| Kale | Tangerines |
| Spinach | Marinara Sauce |
| Broccoli | Tangerine juice |
| Corn | Carrots |
| Romaine lettuce | Celery |
| Peas | Tomatoes, cooked |
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