zeaxanthin

noun

ze·​a·​xan·​thin ˌzē-ə-ˈzan-thən How to pronounce zeaxanthin (audio)
: a yellow crystalline carotenoid alcohol C40H56O2 that is isomeric with lutein and occurs especially in fruits and vegetables (such as kiwifruit and spinach) and egg yolks

Examples of zeaxanthin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web All forms of corn (e.g., cornmeal, cornstarch) contain antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin, which protect against the blue light emitted from devices like phones and laptop screens.5 3. Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2024 This hydrating snack contains 28 mcg of vitamin A and other eye-healthy compounds, including lycopene, lutein, zeaxanthin, and beta-carotene. Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 2 Sep. 2024 Research shows that lutein and zeaxanthin, as antioxidants, may promote eye health by reducing oxidative stress in the eye tissues and absorbing blue light. Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 15 Aug. 2024 Cooked Spinach Spinach is a superfood rich in several nutrients, including lutein and zeaxanthin, which support eye health. Lindsey Desoto, Health, 30 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for zeaxanthin 

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Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary zea- (from New Latin Zea) + xanthin carotenoid pigment, from xanth- + 1-in

First Known Use

1929, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of zeaxanthin was in 1929

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“Zeaxanthin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zeaxanthin. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

zeaxanthin

noun
ze·​a·​xan·​thin ˌzē-ə-ˈzan-thən How to pronounce zeaxanthin (audio)
: a yellow crystalline carotenoid alcohol C40H56O2 that is isomeric with lutein and occurs widely with it and that is the chief pigment of yellow Indian corn
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