Lutein is a member of the carotenoid family of nutrients and may support eye health – not just in the old, though, but in younger individuals as well.
Responsible for the color of vegetables such as carrots, sweet potatoes and other fruits and vegetables, lutein comprises the concentration of pigment in the center of the eye’s retina, where vision sensitivity is greatest.
But the benefits of lutein and lutein supplements may go beyond the minds eye. Adequate amounts of lutein in diet may also support healthy heart and colon function. As is the case with so many of life’s naturally-occurring nutrients, lutein acts as an antioxidant in the body, fighting the free radicals that cause oxidative stress in cells.
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I noticed herbs for thyroid. I am currently on prescription meds for it, levothyroxine .100mcg and do not want to be on them. I am still experiencing underactive thyroid conditions while taking the meds. constipation,headaches,deprssion,memory loss,cold hands,sluggishness and my doctor says that my thyroid is regulated within the normal range while on the meds. I do not believe it is, considering all these symptoms still occuring. thanks MT
Posted by: MT | July 15, 2008 at 03:22 PM
If I have hypo thyroid and am on levothyroxine for my condition. .100mcg can I still take thyroid herbs so that I can ween myself off of my thyroid prescription meds. such as lemon balm or melissa?
Posted by: MT | July 15, 2008 at 03:19 PM