Lutein and zeaxanthin supplied by red /orange foods and fruits are more closely associated with macular pigment optical density than those from green vegetables in Spanish subjects

Lutein and zeaxanthin (L+Z) accumulate in the retina. Although vegetables are major contributors to their intake, a stronger association between fruit and macular pigment optical density (MPOD) has been reported. We hypothesized that L+Z intake from fruits would have a stronger association with L+Z status markers (MPOD, serum concentrations) than intake from vegetables or eggs and, that those associations would also differ according to plant foods color. 108 subjects (57 men)(20 –35, 45-65y) were enrolled in a cross-sectional study.
Source: Nutrition Research - Category: Nutrition Authors: Tags: Original Research Source Type: research