Lutein-Vision Advanced Maintain, Blackmores, 60 Caps
$54.66
Look after your eyes, screen after screen.
Eyes tired after hours in front of a screen? Did you know lutein is a yellow-orange carotenoid found in spinach and kale, and it concentrates in the macula of your eye? It may help support eye health.
Lutein-Vision Advanced Maintain from Blackmores comes in a pack of 60 Caps.
Lutein is a yellow-orange plant pigment called a carotenoid. It is found in leafy greens such as spinach and kale, as well as in egg yolks, corn and orange capsicum. In the human eye, lutein collects in the macula, the small central area of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision. Because your body cannot make lutein, you need to get it from your diet or from supplements.
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Benefits & common uses
Benefits
- May help support eye health
- Helps maintain healthy vision as part of a balanced diet
- Contains natural antioxidant carotenoids
- May help support macular pigment density
- May help protect the eyes against free radical damage from everyday blue light exposure
- Helps support visual function for people with inadequate dietary intake of leafy vegetables
What people commonly use it for
- Tired, strained eyes from screens (Some clinical studies suggest benefit for visual comfort)
- Glare sensitivity and contrast (Some clinical studies suggest improvement in visual performance)
- Maintaining healthy vision with age (Good evidence that lutein builds macular pigment)
- Low intake of leafy greens (Good evidence that supplements raise blood levels)
- Everyday eye comfort (Early research only)
Suggested to use alongside
- Bilberry: Traditional berry for eye wellbeing
- Fish oil: Omega-3s support eye health
- Zinc: Essential mineral for normal vision
The science behind it
Lutein and its partner zeaxanthin are the only carotenoids that accumulate in the retina, where together they form the macular pigment. This yellow pigment acts like internal sunglasses. It absorbs high-energy blue light before it reaches sensitive cells, and it neutralises free radicals made by light and oxygen. Both are thought to help keep vision sharp over time.
Lutein is fat-soluble, so it is absorbed better when taken with a meal containing some fat. After absorption it travels in the blood on lipoproteins to the eye. Supplements may use free lutein or lutein esters, which are plant-derived and converted in the gut. Marigold (Tagetes) flowers are the usual source.
Studies such as the large AREDS2 trial (JAMA, 2013) examined lutein and zeaxanthin as part of a formulation with other nutrients in people with existing eye conditions. For the general population, research looks at macular pigment optical density, visual performance and comfort, with some trials showing improvements.
Typical amounts used in studies range from 6 to 20 mg a day. The effect builds slowly because the pigment accumulates in the retina over weeks to months.
Food sources are valuable:
- Cooked spinach and kale are among the richest.
- Egg yolks provide a highly absorbable form.
- Peas, broccoli, corn and orange capsicum add smaller amounts.
Supplements are a useful extra when intake is low.
Product details & ingredients
- Pack size: 60 Caps
- Form: Capsules
- Contains omega-3 fatty acids important for eye health
- It also contains selenium and omega-3s to improve support for healthy eyes.
Warnings
Always read the label. Follow the directions for use. Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate. This medicine may not be right for you. Read the warnings before purchase.CAUTION
This product contains selenium which is toxic in high doses. A daily dose of 150 µg for adults of selenium from dietary supplements should not be exceeded. Contains sulfites and fish.
Ingredients
Active Ingredients: Tagetes erecta (marigold) extract equivalent to dry flower 500 mg, Selenomethionine(Selenium 50 microgram) 124 microgram, Zeaxanthin 1 mg, Concentrated omega-3 triglycerides-fish oil 850 mg containing omega-3 marine triglycerides 528 mg
Directions
Store below 30°C in a dry place away from direct sunlight.
Always read the label and follow the directions for use. This information is general in nature and not medical advice. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
Supplier ref: Blackmores Lutein-Vision Advanced 60 Capsules Maintain Healthy Vision Eye Health
Common questions
What does lutein do for the eyes?
Lutein collects in the macula and helps filter blue light and neutralise free radicals. This supports eye health and visual comfort.
How much lutein should I take a day?
Studies typically use 6 to 20 mg daily. Follow the directions on your product label.
Should I take lutein with food?
Yes. Lutein is fat-soluble, so taking it with a meal containing some fat improves absorption.
How long does lutein take to work?
Macular pigment builds slowly. Most studies run for at least 8 to 12 weeks.
What is the difference between lutein and zeaxanthin?
They are close relatives. Lutein is more concentrated in the outer macula, and zeaxanthin is found in the centre. They are often combined.
Which foods are high in lutein?
Kale, spinach, silverbeet, peas, broccoli and egg yolks are good sources.
Safety
Lutein is generally well tolerated. Very high intakes can cause harmless yellowing of the skin. Speak with your healthcare professional if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medicines. See an optometrist for any changes in vision.
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