Lutein Supplement for Eyes – 20 mg pills for Macular Degeneration

If you have not heard of lutein and do not know what it is, you are probably wondering why you should buy a lutein supplement. Lutein is a naturally occurring substance synthesized by plants. Supersmart's lutein for eyes supplement is from natural marigold flower extract for eyes (Tagetes erecta), making our supplement completely free of pesticides, dioxin, and GMOs, giving it GRAS status (Generally recognized as safe).

Lutein Benefits

The biggest health benefit of lutein supplements is related to vision. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness in those over 45. And while it is estimated that 20 to 25 mg of lutein a day is necessary to protect your eyes, modern diets generally provide 2 mg or less per day.

Simply put, lutein supplementation can prevent or slow down the development of macular degeneration. Lutein, a carotenoid that behaves similarly to antioxidants, is particularly concentrated in the macula, where it protects against age-related macular degeneration and oxidative stress. The macula is situated behind the lens and is responsible for detailed vision and color differentiation.

This is just one of many benefits to buying lutein supplements that have been researched.

What is in our lutein supplement?

Our lutein eye supplement contains 20 mg of free lutein from 80 mg of marigold extract (Tagetes erecta), standardized to 25% free lutein.

Studies show that lutein pills may help reduce the risk of having or prevent age-related macular diseases, which could otherwise lead to vision impairment or blindness. And, because our pure lutein supplement comes in the form of lutein pills, you will also receive the benefit of having a formulation that is easy to absorb.

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Are there any side effects of Marigold Extract for the Eyes?

Studies show there are very few lutein supplement side effects. One study that lasted more than five years found the only potential side effect as being yellowing of the skin, but it was not considered harmful.

Another study found that after taking lutein for macular degeneration daily and eating a high-lutein diet for eight years, a woman developed microscopic crystals in her eyes. The study found she also experienced no issues with her sight, and her visual acuity was 20/20 OD and OS. Other research shows that taking up to 0.45 mg of lutein per body pound is completely safe.

While lutein supplements are considered safe to take, you should consider speaking with a healthcare provider before starting any new supplement regimen. Depending on what health concerns you have or medications you take, a professional might suggest doing something different.

For most healthy individuals, taking lutein 20 mg pills is a great way to support overall optical health.

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