lutein

noun

: an orange xanthophyll C40H56O2 occurring in plants, animal fat, egg yolk, and the corpus luteum

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Zucchini Zucchini is rich in carotenoids such as lutein and zeaxanthin.34 These carotenoids may increase eye pigments, which help prevent light damage—including from sunlight—and protect eye health.35 Plant-Based Mediterranean Diet Meal Ideas Vegetables and fruits are key to the Mediterranean diet. Merve Ceylan, Health, 29 Jan. 2025 Other nutrients: Some multivitamins include additional ingredients like antioxidants (e.g., lutein or lycopene), omega-3 fatty acids, or herbal extracts. Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 22 Jan. 2025 Eggs provide high-quality protein, choline, and antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin. Johna Burdeos, Health, 21 Jan. 2025 These greens are rich in vitamin K, which supports bone health, and lutein, which protects against cognitive decline. Quora, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for lutein 

Word History

First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lutein was in 1869

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“Lutein.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lutein. Accessed 15 Feb. 2025.

Medical Definition

lutein

noun
: an orange xanthophyll C40H56O2 occurring in plants usually with carotenes and chlorophylls and in animal fat, egg yolk, and the corpus luteum
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