LUTEINmamma® consists of a rational association of lutein, zeaxanthin, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins C and E, zinc and copper.
LUTEIN and ZEAXANTHIN are two carotenoids very common in nature and which the human body cannot synthesize.
These substances are normally ingested with foods rich with them (leafy vegetables with wide, green leaves such as the cabbage family and spinach, fruit such as apricot, kiwifruit etc). Nursing babies obtain them through their mother's breast milk.
Once absorbed, LUTEIN and ZEAXANTHIN are distributed to all tissues, but accumulate selectively in the eye and skin. In particular, they concentrate in the retina and in the macula. The macula is fully developed around the 4th or 5th month of age, and it is in this tissue that sharp images are formed.
LUTEIN and ZEAXANTHIN help preserve the conditions and functionality of the sensitive structures of the eye (in particular the retina and the macula), preventing or minimizing damage caused by free radicals. Specialized literature provides several descriptions of their anti-oxidant properties and the advantages of ingesting them.
LUTEIN and ZEAXANTHIN can penetrate the placental barrier and are also found in colostrum and in breast milk and can therefore be useful for eye health, in adults as well as in babies who are only a few hours old. Supplementing these substances becomes necessary whenever more of them is needed or when their levels are low, during the maturation of the eye structures dedicated to vision (macula) as well as for their preservation. They have no counter-indications and can be taken at any age.
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is a long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid present in animal and vegetal fats, and, in small amounts, in breast milk as well. DHA concentrates selectively in the cell membranes of central nervous system cells and in retina cells, with positive effects on their development and activities. It has recently been demonstrated that DHA may have positive effects on cognitive development at brain level.
DHA supplements help improve vision.
VITAMINS E and C are known for their antioxidant action and are considered two of the most powerful antioxidant substances available for our bodies, therefore protecting the integrity of our tissues and physiological functional reactions. In a synergic action with lutein and zeaxanthin, these vitamins bind to and eliminate free radicals, the main culprits in the deterioration of several tissues caused by damages to their cell membranes. These vitamins, when regularly ingested, help reduce the risk of pathologic conditions of the arterial vessels (retina, heart etc) and maintain the metabolic functions of the eye tissues.
ZINC and COPPER are essential minerals for human health. Recent studies have shown that ingesting these elements, in association with antioxidants, significantly reduces the risk of visual impairment.
INTENDED USES
LUTEINmamma® is indicated in case of increased need or reduced ingestion from dietary sources of the nutrients it contains.
LUTEINmamma® may help prevent damage to the retina or macula due to excess free radicals or whenever additional protection against oxidative stress is required, or during breastfeeding, for the development of the baby's vision. |
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