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Botanical name | Tagetes erecta L |
Family | Asteraceae |
Common Name | Marigold |
Part used | Flower |
BioLutein® is lutein standardized extract obtained from marigold oleoresin. It is used as a food colouring agent, nutrient supplement, wide range of baked goods, beverages, breakfast cereals, chewing gum, dairy product analogs, candy, processed fruits, fruit juices and soups.
Phytochemistry:
Lutein is an oxycarotenoid, containing 2 cyclic end groups and basic C40 isoprenoid with chemical formula of C40H5602 (molecular weight 568.88). Although the polyene chain double bonds present in lutein could exist in a cis or trans conformation, trans form is more abundant in nature.[1]
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Clinical indication:
Carotenoid lutein is commonly referred to as “the eye vitamin.” Lutein protects several chronic diseases, particularly age-related macular degeneration (AMD), cataract, cancer at various sites, heart disease and stroke.[2] Higher concentrations of antioxidant lutein and zeaxanthin in brain tissue are important to improve cognitive function in elderly.[3] Lutein has beneficial role to protect skin against UVB-irradiation.[4]
Recommended dose:
Studies recommended that health benefit for lutein and zeaxanthin supplementation are 10 mg/day and 2 mg/day respectively.[5] Pregnant women or breastfeeding should consult physician before taking any dietary supplements.
References:
- Cantrill R. 2004. Lutein from Tagetes erecta. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). 63rd JECFA. 5, 1-5
- Ribaya-Mercado JD & Blumberg JB. 2004. Lutein and zeaxanthin and their potential roles in disease prevention. J Am Coll Nutr. 23(6):567S-587S.
- Johnson EJ. 2012. A possible role for lutein and zeaxanthin in cognitive function in the elderly. Am J Clin Nutr. 96(5):1161S-5S.
- Pongcharoen et al. 2013. Protective effect of silk lutein on ultraviolet B-irradiated human keratinocytes. Bio Res. 46(1):39-45.
- American ophthalmic association (AOA). 2014. http//www.aoa.org/patients-and-public/caring-for-your-vision/lutein?sso=y