Lutein
Natural Carotenoid Formulations Validated by Science
A natural extract product rich in the carotenoid Lutein
Carotenoids are well-known for their chemical and biological properties, especially in disease prevention. This carotenoid Lutein is obtained from a natural source: marigold flower petals, through our patented processes.*
Lutein is recommended as a food supplement to provide necessary amounts of this important carotenoid for human health and function. We are not obtaining enough of Lutein from our standard diets.
Formula: C40H56O2
Molar mass: 568.88 g/mol
The properties of Lutein include:
- Antioxidant
- Anti-inflammatory
- Cell signalling
The benefits of Lutein include:
- Risk reduction of Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
- Enhancement of visual function in AMD
- Enhancement of visual function
- Enhancement of cognitive function
- Enhancement of quality of life in patients with Alzheimer’s disease
Ingredients
| Carotenoids: | Lutein and Zeaxanthin |
| Antioxidants: | Ascorbic Acid or Vitamin E |
| Carrier: | Microcrystalline Cellulose, Corn Starch or Vegetable Oil |
Specification
| Activity (USP): | Range from 50 to 200 grs. Total Lutein per kg. Min. (5 to 20% activity) |
| Carotenoids (HPLC): | 85% Lutein & 5% Zeaxanthin |
| Loss of Drying: | NMT 5.0% |
| Odor: | Characteristic |
| Colour: | Yellow Orange |
Recommendations
Store in pouches or closed pails, in a cool dry place with no direct sunlight or heat exposure; preferably store in cool room temperature (20-25°C). Shelf life is over 24 months in original unopened container. Once opened use contents quickly.
Packaging
Lutein beadlets and powder products are packed in 1, 5 or 10 kg. net weight vacuum pouches or aluminum bottles, inside cardboard boxes. Suspension product is packed in 1, 5, 10 or 15 kg. net weight plastic pails or aluminum bottles.
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