lutein

noun

lu·​tein ˈlü-tē-ən  ˈlü-ˌtēn 

: an orange xanthophyll C₄₀H₅₆O₂ occurring in plants, animal fat, egg yolk, and the corpus luteum

Examples of lutein in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The tiny green flesh is filled with vitamin B6, vitamin E, folic acid, and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, iron, and zinc, as well as lutein and zeaxanthin, which are key for eye health. —Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024

Supports skin health Watercress can also give the skin a natural glow, Poon noted, as antioxidants like vitamin C, beta-carotene and lutein support skin elasticity and radiance. —Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 12 Nov. 2024

The vegetable also contains compounds like beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin, which support heart health and improve blood vessel function. —Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 12 Nov. 2024

Adzuki, or the red mung bean, has more fiber than many other varieties, while fava beans are packed with the antioxidant lutein. —Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 12 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

lutein

noun

lu·​tein ˈlüt-ē-ən  ˈlü-ˌtēn 

: an orange xanthophyll C₄₀H₅₆O₂ occurring in plants usually with carotenes and chlorophylls and in animal fat, egg yolk, and the corpus luteum