Zeaxanthin in Multivitamins
Zeaxanthin is a carotenoid antioxidant that, together with lutein, forms the macular pigment in the eye. It selectively accumulates in the central macula where visual acuity is highest and filters damaging blue light.
Benefits
- ✓Accumulates in the macula to protect central vision
- ✓Filters harmful high-energy blue light
- ✓Reduces risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
- ✓Works synergistically with lutein for maximum eye protection
- ✓May improve visual performance and contrast sensitivity
Recommended Daily Value
No official RDA; AREDS2 study used 2mg/day alongside 10mg lutein
Food Sources
- Egg yolks
- Corn
- Orange peppers
- Kale
- Spinach
Scientific Reference
Bernstein PS et al. Lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin: The basic and clinical science underlying carotenoid-based nutritional interventions against ocular disease. Prog Retin Eye Res. 2016;50:34-66.
Multivitamins Containing Zeaxanthin
The most evidence-based daily multivitamin on the market. Every one of its 26 ingredients is backed by human RCTs at the exact dose used in clinical trials — methylated B vitamins, glycinate-form minerals, 200mg hyaluronic acid for skin health, TMG for cognition and exercise, and microencapsulated carotenoids for eye protection. It deliberately excludes Vitamin A and E based on safety research, and consolidates 6–8 separate supplements into one formula.