From smartphones, iPads, and laptops to desktops and television, everyone in today’s society uses technology daily. Technology is a large part of our lives now and it has become something that we can’t live without. Unfortunately, the blue light emitted...
People who are overweight or obese tend to have higher levels of chronic inflammation. Previous studies suggest that inflammation may have a negative effect the hippocampus, the area of the brain that plays an important role in memory. A new...
Lutein is a carotenoid that can be found in green vegetables and may reduce the risk of some age-related conditions. A recent study suggests that there may be a positive correlation between high levels of lutein intake and increased physical...
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a progressive degenerative eye disease and a major cause of vision loss among mature adults. A recent study suggests that consumption of lutein and zeaxanthin supplements could lead to billions of dollars saved per year...
Previous studies have found that increased lutein levels in the macula and the brain are related to improved cognitive function. Avocados are rich in lutein and a recent study suggests that eating avocados may help increase lutein levels, improve attention,...
Blue light is used widely in most LED devices such as tablets, laptops, phones, and TV’s. Blue light reaches further into the eyes than other colors, and can harm the macula. A recent study suggests that taking a lutein, zeaxanthin,...
Previous studies have linked oxidative stress and systemic inflammation to several symptoms of chronic stress. A recent study suggests that taking a dietary supplement of the anti-inflammatory carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin isomers may help reduce psychological stress and improve measures...
While carotenoids are known for eye health, new research suggests they may be good for your brain health too. A recent study suggests that higher blood levels of lutein and zeaxanthin may help with cognition, memory, and executive function. Participants...
A recent study suggests that consuming lutein may improve “crystalized intelligence," which is the ability to remember and use skills acquired over a lifetime. Lutein accumulates in the brain and embeds in cell brains, where researchers hypothesize it plays a...
