Why should I supplement with zeaxanthin?
Zeaxanthin is a powerful antioxidant, as well as the central macula pigment carotenoid preference for UV protection. However, do remember that macula pigment is just one of the issues in the macular degeneration disease process. Zeaxanthin in-vitro studies, yet to be published in peer-reviewed journal, suggest both vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and nuclear factor kappa beta (NFkB) modulation activity in the diabetic eye. A number of plant-based antioxidants, including grape seed and berry anthocyanidins, have already been suggested in published peer-reviewed science to modulate these gene-based transcription factors associated with diseases of the retina – including macular degeneration.
