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Title
Relation among serum and tissue concentrations of lutein and zeaxanthin and macular pigment density.
Authors
Johnson, E J; Hammond, B R; Yeum, K J; Qin, J; Wang, X D; Castaneda, C; Snodderly, D M; Russell, R M
Abstract
Lutein and zeaxanthin are the only carotenoids in the macular region of the retina (referred to as macular pigment [MP]). Foods that are rich in lutein and zeaxanthin can increase MP density. Response to dietary lutein and zeaxanthin in other tissues has not been studied.
Publication
The American journal of clinical nutrition, 2000, Vol 71, Issue 6, p1555