how much lutein & Zeaxanthin are safe to take?
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I have been taking them for over a year now to help with my eyes. I was having issues with blurring and focus and started taking these. Have been working very well and helping a lot. Lutein and Zeaxanthin have been studied and proven to help with chronic eye issues, cataracts, and age related macular degeneration. They are naturally occuring in leafy greens which I don't always eat enough of, so I started taking them to make sure I am getting the vitamins I need for my eyes by taking these supplements. Hope that helps.
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I was told 800cm daily is seen as the max which of course no one would take or need. I have GMD and take 20m a day which my eye Dr advised me to take 4 years ago. anne
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I've been reading a site edited by an osteopath. In case you don't know what they are, that's the same as an M.D., and accepted as such by all state boards and hospitals. However, they do tend to emphasize nutrition and exercise a bit more than some conservative M.D.'s do. Anyway, on this page of the site, he explains the roles of lutein and zeaxanthin, and points out that there's no known toxic effects of too much of them. He does explain carotenemia, though, and has a list of reputable brands he tends to recommend, as well as dosages. http://www.allaboutvision.com/nutrition/lutein.htm#benefits I've been reading a site edited by an osteopath. In case you don't know what they are, that's the same as an M.D., and accepted as such by all state boards and hospitals. However, they do tend to emphasize nutrition and exercise a bit more than some conservative M.D.'s do. Anyway, on this page of the site, he explains the roles of lutein and zeaxanthin, and points out that there's no known toxic effects of too much of them. He does explain carotenemia, though, and has a list of reputable brands he tends to recommend, as well as dosages.... » Read More I've been reading a site edited by an osteopath. In case you don't know what they are, that's the same as an M.D., and accepted as such by all state boards and hospitals. However, they do tend to emphasize nutrition and exercise a bit more than some conservative M.D.'s do. Anyway, on this page of the site, he explains the roles of lutein and zeaxanthin, and points out that there's no known toxic effects of too much of them. He does explain carotenemia, though, and has a list of reputable brands he tends to recommend, as well as dosages. http://www.allaboutvision.com/nutrition/lutein.htm#benefits « Show Less
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6 mg of Letein and 4 mg Zexanthin in each capsule. 1 capsule is the serving per day.
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YES- It says on the front label of the bottle- 25mg lutein & 5mg Z "per softgel".
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From this site.. Ingredients:http://www.costco.com/trunature%c2%ae-Vision-Complex-Lutein-%2526-Zeaxanthin%2c-140-Softgels.product.100003048.html Sunflower Oil, Lutein (marigold) containing Zeaxanthin Isomers, Gelatin, Glycerin, Yellow Beeswax, Purified Water USP, Lecithin, Annatto Oil, Titanium Dioxide. CONTAINS: SOY
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The product contains only 2mg of lutein. I used the product for two months, but have since discontinued same. The product in my opinion is a ripoff; also the price is too high for extended use. Buy a good multivitamin such as Centrum which includes Lutein 300mcg to promote eye health.
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what is the mg dosage of meso-zeaxantyhin, lutein & zeaxanthin in this product?
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It's pretty hard to over dose on vitamins like A, C, D, and E taking extra won't kill you. The daily recommended amounts are the minimum you should be taking.
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Lori, it contains 145 mg MacuGuard Carotenoid Phospholipid Blend (Phospholipids, 10 mg marigold extract providing the 10 mg free lutein, and 4mg meso-zeaxantin & trans-zeaxanthin. 2.2 mg C3G (Cyanidin-3- glucoside) from European black currant extract. It also contain extra virgin olive oil, soy lecithin, gelatin, glycerin, safflower oil, sunflower oil, soy fatty acids, beeswax, purified water, potato maltodextrin, annatto color. None of it means much to me but it was recommended by my eye doctors (2), so I take it. They recently changed the name of it to MacuGuard Ocular Support.
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Macushield ingredients are per each softgel capsule: Meso-Zeaxanthin 10 mg, Lutein 10mg,Zeaxanthin 2 mg. Also Sunflower seed oil, Capsule shell (Gelatin Glycerol, colour Iron Oxide), Marigold Extract, Beeswax.
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Comparing the LEF "Super Zeaxanthin" with "MacuGuard" on LEF's site, this is what I see: Same: Natural Astaxanthin 6mg, C3G2.2mg Different: "Super" shows Optilut, LuteinPlus, and MZ at 38mg and Zeaxanthin and Meso-zeaxanthin at 3.75 mg. "Macuguard" blend is 145mg, which is a blend including 10mg free lutein (which is in the "Super") and the Zeaxanthin and Meso-zeaxanthin at 4 mg. So you get a little more (.25mg) Zeaxanthin and Meso-zeaxanthin in Macuguard, as well as some phospholipids (maybe 100mg since they don't list anything else). I did check the LEF site for Astaxanthin and they had a standalone that has phospholipids, and described it this way: "with 80 mg of a proprietary blend of four phospholipids to facilitate maximum absorption of astaxanthin into the bloodstream, where it's transported to cells throughout the body. " So Macuguard does look like an improved version of the old "Super Zeaxanthin".
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Lutein / zeaxanthin / meso-zeaxanthin / astaxanthin / C3G (cyanidin-3-glucoside). I recommend this formula. Makes my vision sharper, clearer...
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Just do your research on melatonin. Although it is made by our bodies it is not safe at high doses and actually has the opposite effect. An adult should only take about 2mg and most over the counter are 10mg, maybe 5mg. These have only .5mg which is why I feel it is okay and why it works so well for me even.
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Lutien and Zeaxanthin are normally taken to promote healthy retina and to guard against macular degeneration which is usually associated with middle aged people. My doctor recommends artificial tears for dry eye. I would suggest you consult your physician to see if any health issues are involved.
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I have been using other brands with 350 mg and those worked , this time I choose Springs as they are organic and I did not check out the amount of phytoceramides and as I only started to take them I don't know if they are going to work , but following Dr Oz advice you should take 350mg a day .Use vitamin C serum with 20% at the same time .
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Each capsule: Vitamin C (From Zeaxanthin) 2 mg Lutein (FRom Marigold flower extract) 6mg Zeaxanthin 4mgOther Ingredients: maltodextrin, gelatin (capsule), red beet powder, magnesium stearate, and silica
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Hi . This Super Zeaxanthin was for my parents .They use it since two years from now . They feel well
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I don't know as I haven't used tghis product. I've been using Life Extension Brand's plain super zeaxanthin w/lutein and C3G.