How to Use zeaxanthin in a Sentence

zeaxanthin

noun
  • And the lutein and zeaxanthin in the yolk contributes to eye and brain health.
    Sheah Rarback, miamiherald, 11 May 2018
  • Lutein and zeaxanthin are the yellow carotenoids found in corn and peppers.
    Janet Colson, Discover Magazine, 13 Aug. 2023
  • Leafy greens Good-for-you greens like spinach and kale are packed with the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin.
    Moira Lawler, Fortune, 13 July 2017
  • All these vegetables have high levels of lutein and zeaxanthin, the carotenoids used in the Harvard study.
    Diane Mason, Cincinnati.com, 8 June 2017
  • Grapes protect healthy vision The lutein and zeaxanthin in grapes protect the retina and eye lens.
    Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health.com, 25 Oct. 2019
  • The vegetable's lutein and zeaxanthin pigments protect the retina and eye lens.
    Cynthia Sass, Mph, Rd, Health, 9 Mar. 2023
  • These include lutein and zeaxanthin, which are found in foods like spinach, kale, and eggs, and may reduce your risk of chronic eye diseases.
    Korin Miller, SELF, 1 Apr. 2018
  • Protects Your Eyes Two pigments found in grapes, lutein and zeaxanthin, protect eye health.
    Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health, 24 Dec. 2023
  • In the study, researchers gave supplements of two carotenoids – lutein and zeaxanthin – to rhesus monkeys.
    Diane Mason, Cincinnati.com, 8 June 2017
  • Yellow corn has some vitamin C, as well as beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin.
    Darlene Zimmerman, Detroit Free Press, 3 Sep. 2017
  • Two carotenoids found in eggs, lutein and zeaxanthin, play a role in maintaining eye health, and research shows that lutein may impact cognition in both children and adults.
    Caroline Walder, Good Housekeeping, 1 Mar. 2018
  • Corn happens to be an excellent source of the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, which research finds are critical to maintaining eye health.
    NBC News, 6 June 2017
  • Take vitamins C and E as well as zinc, copper, lutein and zeaxanthin supplements.
    By Samantha J. Gross, miamiherald, 13 Aug. 2017
  • Lutein and Zeaxanthin Lutein and zeaxanthin are carotenoids, pigments that give fruits and vegetables bright colors.
    Discover Magazine, 30 June 2023
  • Based on these new findings, food sources of lycopene, zeaxanthin, lutein, and alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E) should have a place on your plate to support your brain health.
    Lauren Manaker Ms, Rdn, Health, 28 Aug. 2023
  • Almonds are the richest in vitamin E, and pistachios have lutein and zeaxanthin, carotenoids important for eye health.
    SELF, 8 Aug. 2019
  • There are some instances when supplemental lutein and zeaxanthin is in order.
    Daphne Miller, Washington Post, 23 Sep. 2019
  • Spinach is exceptionally rich in three carotenoids: beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin.
    Darlene Zimmerman, Detroit Free Press, 14 June 2019
  • The antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin found in carrots also enhance eye health.
    Cynthia Sass, Mph, Rd, Health, 30 June 2023
  • Protect against vision loss: Just one cup of kale has more than your whole day's worth of the carotenoids lutein, zeaxanthin, and beta-carotene, which help shield ocular tissues from harmful UV damage and may reduce your risk of cataracts.
    Jaclyn London, Ms, Rd, Cdn, Good Housekeeping, 17 Dec. 2018
  • Eat Colorfully Leafy greens are great sources of lutein and zeaxanthin, two antioxidants that help protect vision.
    Barbara Brody, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Apr. 2020
  • Packed with vitamins C and K, folate, potassium and fiber, spinach is also an exceptionally rich source of three carotenoids — beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin.
    Darlene Zimmerman, Detroit Free Press, 21 Dec. 2019
  • That's because of two important antioxidants that are not naturally produced in the body: lutein and zeaxanthin.
    Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 14 Apr. 2020
  • Corn contains certain antioxidants, such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which are beneficial for eye health.
    Delaney Nothaft, USA TODAY, 28 June 2023
  • Raw eggs are slightly higher in B vitamins (like vitamin B6 and folate), vitamin E, the mineral choline, and the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin.
    Marygrace Taylor, Fox News, 12 July 2017
  • In addition to the vitamins and minerals found in kale, the cruciferous vegetable contains phytochemicals like beta carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin that are important for eye health.
    Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 25 May 2024
  • Results indicated that the supplements were successful in increasing retinal levels of both lutein and zeaxanthin.
    Diane Mason, Cincinnati.com, 8 June 2017

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