Lutein & Zeaxanthin: Macular Protection, Visual Clarity & Blue Light Filtering – Advanced Supplement for Eye Health & Daily Ocular Comfort

Lutein & Zeaxanthin, NOW Foods is premium supplement designed to support visual acuity, eye resistance to intense light and macula health – the retinal zone responsible for fine central vision. Formula uses high-quality raw material Lutemax® 2020, providing Lutein 25 mg and Zeaxanthin 5 mg from standardized marigold flower extract (Tagetes spp.). Lutein and zeaxanthin are essential carotenoids that selectively accumulate in macular pigment, where they act as blue light filters and fat-soluble antioxidants. By replenishing these pigments, product contributes to image quality, contrast, color perception and ocular comfort facing artificial light from screens.

Lutemax® 2020 ensures balanced ratio of macular carotenoids, similar to that from natural foods rich in yellow-orange pigments, offering increased bioavailability and consistency. Synergy between lutein (dominant in macula) and zeaxanthin (concentrated in fovea) supports photoreceptor cell protection, retinal membrane integrity and eye resilience to oxidative stress generated by light over extended time.

Detailed Benefits of Lutein & Zeaxanthin (Lutemax® 2020)

• Intelligent blue light filtering

Extended exposure to blue light from monitors, phones or LED lighting can generate visual fatigue. Lutein and zeaxanthin function as natural optical filters, selectively absorbing high-energy wavelengths before they reach retina's sensitive structures.

✅ Reducing bothersome glare in screen environments
✅ Enhanced ocular comfort in work, study and gaming
✅ Protection against daily light stress

• Supporting macular pigment – clarity & contrast

Macular pigment represents colored shield made of lutein and zeaxanthin, essential for image resolution and contrast perception. Adequate macular carotenoid reserves translate to cleaner image, better defined contours and optimal adaptation to bright light.

✅ Sustained central vision
✅ Improved contrast perception
✅ Visual quality in fine detail

• Antioxidants dedicated to ocular tissue

Retina has intense metabolic activity and high oxygen consumption, making it vulnerable to free radicals generated by light and lipid oxidation. Lutein and zeaxanthin are lipophilic antioxidants integrated in photoreceptor membranes, where they neutralize reactive species and stabilize lipids sensitive.

✅ Retina-specific redox defense
✅ Membrane stability and photoreceptor protection
✅ Resistance to light-induced oxidative stress

• Comfort for tired eyes & reduced light sensitivity

Office work, night driving and frequent transitions from darkness to light can accentuate ocular discomfort. By replenishing macular pigment, supplement can support light adaptation and eye resilience in demanding conditions.

✅ Diminished visual fatigue
✅ Smoother adaptation to light changes
✅ Reduced glare sensitivity

• Color perception & fine details

Macular pigment acts as spectral filter that improves image signal-to-noise ratio. By optimizing this natural filter, lutein and zeaxanthin can contribute to cleaner chromatic selection and reading fine details, useful in precision activities, graphic editing or photography.

✅ More stable color perception
✅ More clearly perceived details
✅ Supporting fine visual work

• Long-term eyeball health

When macular carotenoid intake is adequate, retina has better long-term functional resources. Sensitive structures – pigment epithelium, photoreceptors, membranes rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids – benefit from cumulative protection, relevant for maintaining visual performance with age.

✅ Ocular tissue maintenance
✅ Support for natural protection mechanisms
✅ Visual system functional longevity

• Visual performance in motion & outdoors

Intense light, reflections from water or snow and high-contrast environments overload retina. Lutein and zeaxanthin contribute to glare management, so outdoor activities – hiking, cycling, skiing – are more comfortable.

✅ Outdoor glare management
✅ Stable vision in bright light
✅ Comfort in sports and recreation

• Nutritional synergy with "good" fats & hydrophilic antioxidants

Macular carotenoids are fat-soluble, and their absorption is favored by meal containing healthy fats (e.g. olive oil, avocado). At same time, vitamin C and other hydrophilic antioxidants can partially regenerate oxidized carotenoids, strengthening retina's antioxidant cycle.

✅ Optimized bioavailability alongside lipids
✅ Complete antioxidant cycle (hydrophilic + lipophilic)
✅ Efficiency in daily integration

• Lutemax® 2020 – standardization & consistency

Lutemax® 2020 raw material offers stable profile of lutein and zeaxanthin in proportions similar to natural food sources. Standardization ensures repeatable dosing and constant quality, so each capsule delivers what it promises, every time.

✅ Standardization on macular carotenoids
✅ Traceability and strict quality control
✅ Trust in consistent dose delivery

• Who is Lutein & Zeaxanthin suitable for

– People spending much time in front of screens wanting ocular comfort;
– Professionals requiring detailed visual clarity (designers, editors, technicians);
– Sports practitioners and outdoor activities exposed to intense light;
– Anyone pursuing long-term ocular health maintenance by replenishing macular pigment.

✅ Versatile for modern lifestyles
✅ Easy to integrate into wellness routine
✅ Focus on daily visual results

Lutein & Zeaxanthin, NOW Foods (Lutemax® 2020) brings together Lutein 25 mg and Zeaxanthin 5 mg in formula oriented toward macula protection, blue light filtering and visual clarity. Through combined action of these carotenoids – natural optical filters and fat-soluble antioxidants – supplement offers comfort for screen-stressed eyes, resilience to intense light and supporting details that matter every day. Modern choice for anyone wanting to protect their vision in today's life rhythm.

Directions for use

Take 1 softgel daily with meal containing fat.

Other ingredients

Softgel Capsule [bovine gelatin (BSE-free), glycerin, water], sunflower oil and mixed tocopherols (from non-GMO soy oil).
Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, milk, egg, fish or shellfish ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Warnings

For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.
Natural color variation may occur in this product.