SynthesisEuropean journal of nutrition2017
Dietary guidance for lutein: consideration for intake recommendations is scientifically supported.
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57 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 131 citations in OpenAlex.
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- Lutein and Zeaxanthin Supplementation Improves Dynamic Visual and Cognitive Performance in Children: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel, Placebo-Controlled Study.Advances in therapy · 2024Trial
- Goji Berry Intake Increases Macular Pigment Optical Density in Healthy Adults: A Randomized Pilot Trial.Nutrients · 2021Trial
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- Carotenoids in the Context of the Mediterranean Dietary Pattern: From Food Matrix and Bioavailability to Biomarkers and Human Health.Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Iontophoresis Drug Delivery to the Macula of Lutein for Age Related Macular Degeneration.Diseases (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Advances in Sustainable Lutein Production: Sources, Technologies, and Functional Applications.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Oral Toxicity Profile of a Novel Silk Lutein Extract and Assessment of Its Cardiovascular Benefits in Rodents.International journal of molecular sciences · 2026Article
- Comparative Pharmacokinetics of Lutein and Zeaxanthin from Phospholipid, Liposomal, and MCT Formulations in SD Rats.Pharmaceutics · 2025Article
- Recent advances in carotenoid absorption, distribution, and elimination.Biochimica et biophysica acta. Molecular and cell biology of lipids · 2025Review
- The Role of Diet and Oral Supplementation for the Management of Diabetic Retinopathy and Diabetic Macular Edema: A Narrative Review.BioMed research international · 2025Review
- Marine Carotenoids: A Critical Review of Bioactivities, Bioavailability, and Therapeutic Potential.BioMed research international · 2025Review
- Carotenoid Supplementation for Alleviating the Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease.International journal of molecular sciences · 2024Review
- Macular Pigment Assessment in Indian Population Using Degree of Polarization Threshold: Impact of Diet on Macular Pigment Density.Translational vision science & technology · 2024Article
- Utilization of Biopolymer-Based Lutein Emulsion as an Effective Delivery System to Improve Lutein Bioavailability in Neonatal Rats.Nutrients · 2024Article
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- Chemical Composition and Antioxidant Potential of Five Algae Cultivated in Fully Controlled Closed Systems.Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
- Potential roles of dietary zeaxanthin and lutein in macular health and function.Nutrition reviews · 2023Review
- Polyunsaturated Lipids in the Light-Exposed and Prooxidant Retinal Environment.Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Review
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6 authors at 4 institutions in 1 country.
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Abstract
Lutein, a yellow xanthophyll carotenoid found in egg yolks and many colorful fruits and vegetables, has gained public health interest for its putative role in visual performance and reducing the risk of age-related macular degeneration. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine's recommended Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) focus on preventing deficiency and toxicity, but there is a budding interest in establishing DRI-like guidelines for non-essential bioactives, like lutein, that promote optimal health and/or prevent chronic diseases. Lupton et al. developed a set of nine criteria to determine whether a bioactive is ready to be considered for DRI-like recommendations. These criteria include: (1) an accepted definition; (2) a reliable analysis method; (3) a food database with known amounts of the bioactive; (4) cohort studies; (5) clinical trials on metabolic processes; (6) clinical trials for dose-response and efficacy; (7) safety data; (8) systematic reviews and/or meta-analyses; (9) a plausible biological rationale. Based on a review of the literature supporting these criteria, lutein is ready to be considered for intake recommendations. Establishing dietary guidance for lutein would encourage the consumption of lutein-containing foods and raise public awareness about its potential health benefits.
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