Lutein in the News 2002

Study Shows 91% of Doctors Believe Lutein Promotes Eye Health

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 28, 2002)–A recent survey of eye doctors commissioned by Kemin Foods and conducted by an independent research firm reveals that 91 percent of eye doctors believe poor nutrition plays a role in the development of common eye diseases and they believe lutein plays an important role in promoting eye health. Read More

Research indicates low levels of ocular lutein may contribute to age-related macular degeneration

Salt Lake City, UT (Nov. 18, 2002)–New university research shows that low ocular levels of antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin– carotenoids found in dark green, leafy vegetables such as spinach and kale–could contribute to age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Read More