21st Century
Lutein 20 mg
Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
The dose here lands inside the range studies actually used.
Dose At dose vs. studied dose
How to takeDirections: As a dietary supplement, adults take one (1) softgel daily with any meal or as directed by a healthcare provider. Do not exceed recommended dosage.
- Gluten Free
How it scores
Overall
A
Evidence
A
Dose
A
Formulation
A
Is it dosed to do anything?
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Lutein
At the studied dose20 mg / day studies used 1.38-24 mg · 24 studies
What Lutein is good for
- FocusB
Sharpen focus
Attention & executive function
- Contrast visionB
Improve contrast vision
Eye & vision
- Glare visionC
See better in glare
Eye & vision
- Eye nutrientsB
Build eye-protective nutrient stores
Inflammation & oxidative stress
- Macular pigmentB
Build protective eye pigment
Eye & vision
What's in it
Serving size 1 Softgel(s)
- Lutein 20 mg -
- Zeaxanthin 800 mcg -
Other ingredients
Clean formula. The inactive ingredients are standard capsule components.
- Sunflower Oil
- Gelatin: capsule shell; neutral unless ethical concern
- Glycerin: capsule plasticizer; benign
- Beeswax
- purified Water
- Soy Lecithin: emulsifier; quality varies
Reported interactions
- Interacts with:
- Warfarin ·Methotrexate ·Tobramycin ·Metformin
From research databases. Not medical advice — talk to your physician.
