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Lutein

Also known as: Lutein

A
Evidence

Macular carotenoid essential for eye health. Filters blue light and supports visual processing.

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Primary uses

  • Macular health
  • Blue light protection
  • Visual processing

How it works

  • Concentrates in macula
  • Filters blue light
  • Antioxidant in retina

Dosage

Typical range
10-20 mg daily
Timing
With fat-containing meal
With food
Yes
Duration
Long-term use
Special populations
Screen users, AMD risk

Forms

  • Softgels

Safety

Common side effects

  • Carotenemia (harmless skin yellowing) at high doses

Contraindications

  • None

Products containing Lutein

Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Lutein on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.

Thorne
MediClear-SGS™ - Vanilla
95
Thorne
Basic Nutrients 2/Day
93
Thorne
MediClear Plus®
93
Thorne
MediClear-SGS™ - Chocolate
93
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Evidence notes

Essential macular carotenoid

Grade A: Multiple well-designed human trials support the main claims.

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