The Story
Move over carrots—there’s another orange-hued superstar that promotes vision health, and it has its roots in our gardens! Marigold flowers are the surprise ingredient that provides a natural source of lutein,1 and Swanson’s super-potent Lutein delivers 40 mg of pure lutein in every softgel. In this innovative formula, sunflower oil serves as a base in each softgel. This provides a natural source of dietary fat needed by the body to absorb nutrients like lutein.2
Lutein is only available through dietary or supplement sources.3 Getting adequate lutein each day is a crucial way of harnessing the power of its carotenoid properties to support eye health.4 Our eyes require special care for optimal health and function.5 Lutein supports this as the most abundant carotenoid in the macula of the eye, providing indispensable antioxidant protection against harmful free radicals. Upgrade your eyes’ antioxidant protection with this powerful lutein supplement! And for more on carotenoids and how they can help, be sure to check out What Are Carotenoids?
Sources
- Becerra, M O, et al. Journal of Functional Foods, 66 (2020), 103771, 1756-4646. Read source
- Ranard KM, et al. Eur J Nutr. 2017 Dec;56(Suppl 3):37-42. Read source
- Li, et al. Nutrients. 2020 Jun 9;12(6):1721. Read source
- Dagnelie G, Zorge IS, McDonald TM. Optometry. 2000 Mar;71(3):147-64. Read source
- Abdel-Aal el-SM, et al. Nutrients. 2013 Apr 9;5(4):1169-85. Read source
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
Move over carrots—there’s another orange-hued superstar that promotes vision health, and it has its roots in our gardens! Marigold flowers are the surprise ingredient that provides a natural source of lutein,1 and Swanson’s super-potent Lutein delivers 40 mg of pure lutein in every softgel. In this innovative formula, sunflower oil serves as a base in each softgel. This provides a natural source of dietary fat needed by the body to absorb nutrients like lutein.2
Lutein is only available through dietary or supplement sources.3 Getting adequate lutein each day is a crucial way of harnessing the power of its carotenoid properties to support eye health.4 Our eyes require special care for optimal health and function.5 Lutein supports this as the most abundant carotenoid in the macula of the eye, providing indispensable antioxidant protection against harmful free radicals. Upgrade your eyes’ antioxidant protection with this powerful lutein supplement! And for more on carotenoids and how they can help, be sure to check out What Are Carotenoids?
Sources
- Becerra, M O, et al. Journal of Functional Foods, 66 (2020), 103771, 1756-4646. Read source
- Ranard KM, et al. Eur J Nutr. 2017 Dec;56(Suppl 3):37-42. Read source
- Li, et al. Nutrients. 2020 Jun 9;12(6):1721. Read source
- Dagnelie G, Zorge IS, McDonald TM. Optometry. 2000 Mar;71(3):147-64. Read source
- Abdel-Aal el-SM, et al. Nutrients. 2013 Apr 9;5(4):1169-85. Read source
