Xanthophyll (lutein, zeaxanthin) content in fruits, vegetables and corn and egg products

Perry, A.; Rasmussen, Helen; Johnson, Elizabeth J.

doi:10.1016/j.jfca.2008.07.006

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“…As such, lutein and zeaxanthin contents contained in enriched raw egg (yolk + white) and egg yolk, from chickens raised on a welldefined feed, were recorded (Perry, Rasmussen, & Johnson, 2009). Table 1 shows that on average, egg yolks contain fairly high amounts of lutein and zeaxanthin at concentrations of 1282 ± 182 and 640 ± 140 µg/100 g (n = 6), respectively (Nimalaratne et al, 2013).…”

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Hen egg carotenoids (lutein and zeaxanthin) and nutritional impacts on human health: a review

Zaheer¹

2017

CyTA - Journal of Food

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Hen egg is a unique and important carrier of lipid soluble bioactive carotenoids -lutein and zeaxanthin. Egg yolk carotenoid profile is largely dependent on hen's feed composition. Naturally, lutein and zeaxanthin are polar carotenoids primarily deposited in human retina and provide several protective functions, i.e. protect the macula from damage by blue light, improve visual acuity, and scavenge harmful reactive oxygen species. They have also been linked with reduced risk of agerelated macular degeneration and cataracts, cardiovascular diseases, Alzheimer's, and possibly different cancers. This review summarizes the latest data on content and composition of hen egg carotenoids, effect of processing, feeding systems, feed additives, bioavailability, and physiological effect of egg carotenoids on human health issues.Carotenoides de huevo de gallina (luteína y zeaxantina) e impactos nutricionales en la salud del ser humano: una revisión RESUMEN La yema de huevo es un importante y único portador de carotenoides bioactivos liposolubles: luteína y zeaxantina. El perfil de carotenoides de la yema de huevo depende notablemente de la composición alimentaria de la gallina. La luteína y la zeaxantina son carotenoides polares naturales depositados principalmente en la retina humana y que aportan diversas funciones protectoras, como por ejemplo la protección de la mácula del daño provocado por la luz azulada, la mejora de la agudeza visual y expulsan las especies dañinas reactivas al oxígeno. Estos también están relacionados con reducir el riesgo de degeneración macular producido por la edad y las cataratas, enfermedades cardiovasculares, Alzheimer, además de la posibilidad de diferentes tipos de cáncer. Este estudio resume los datos más recientes acerca del contenido y la composición de los carotenoides de la yema de huevo de gallina, el efecto del procesamiento, los sistemas de alimentación, los aditivos alimentarios, la biodisponibilidad y el efecto psicológico de los carotenoides del huevo en los problemas de salud de las personas. ARTICLE HISTORY

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Hen egg carotenoids (lutein and zeaxanthin) and nutritional impacts on human health: a review

Zaheer¹

2017

CyTA - Journal of Food

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“…Lutein can be found in dark-green leafy vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, and collard greens in low concentrations ranging from 4 to 5 mg/100 g (RODRIGUEZ-AMAYA et al, 2008); thus, it is necessary the consumption of five daily servings of vegetables to achieve the daily recommended intake of lutein (PERRY; RASMUSSEN; JOHNSON, 2009). With increasing concerns regarding human health, the incorporation of lutein as an ingredient of beverages and foods is quite convenient and attractive.…”

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Transference of lutein during cheese making, color stability, and sensory acceptance of prato cheese

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Maus²,

Xavier³

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Ciênc. Tecnol. Aliment.

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“…In a study conducted in Boston, it was found that corn and corn products were major sources of dietary zeaxanthin, while green leafy vegetables were major sources of dietary lutein. [11] Flower like marigold petals contain high amount of lutein and one of the richest source of lutein. Bombyxmori, yellow cocoons of silkworms, have found to contain approximately 88% of the xanthophyll lutein.…”

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Lutein – The Less Explored Carotenoid

Hirdyani¹

2017

WJPR

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Lutein and zeaxanthin are xanthophyll carotenoids found particularly in dark-green leafy vegetables and in egg yolks. They are widely distributed in tissues and are the principal carotenoids in the eye lens and macular region of the retina. Epidemiologic studies depicts an inverse relationship between xanthophyll intake and Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), cataract and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD) thus suggesting a protective role of these compounds in the eye. Some observational studies have also shown these xanthophylls may help reduce the risk of certain types of cancer and diabetes. It is also known to have beneficial effects on skin health. Emerging studies suggest as well a potential contribution of lutein and zeaxanthin to the prevention of various cardiovascular diseases too. The use of lutein as a nutritional supplement has been explored in recent years. It is used as a major pharmaceutical but its application as a nutraceutical still needs to be emphasised upon as its industrial application will be very promising in near future. Lutein is a promising biologically active component in the food industry.

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Xanthophyll (lutein, zeaxanthin) content in fruits, vegetables and corn and egg products

Cited by 331 publications

References 18 publications

Hen egg carotenoids (lutein and zeaxanthin) and nutritional impacts on human health: a review

Hen egg carotenoids (lutein and zeaxanthin) and nutritional impacts on human health: a review

Transference of lutein during cheese making, color stability, and sensory acceptance of prato cheese

Lutein – The Less Explored Carotenoid

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