Marigold Extract

Product Description

Marigold is the main raw material for extracting lutein and carotenoids. The average yellow pigment content is no less than 12 grams per kilogram. This pigment is a pollution-free natural pigment. Also known as "phytolutein", it coexists with zeaxanthin in nature. Lutein and zeaxanthin are the main components of plant pigments in corn, vegetables, fruits, flowers and other plants. They are also the main pigments in the macular area of the human retina. In nature, the highest content of lutein is found in dark green leafy vegetables such as cabbage, kale, and spinach, as well as flowers such as marigolds and marigolds. Human eyes contain high amounts of lutein and zeaxanthin, but these two elements cannot be produced by the human body and must be supplemented by foods containing lutein and zeaxanthin. Without these two elements, the eyes will become blind. Lutein is found in certain vegetables, fruits and egg yolks and is a nutrient with many benefits. It is a member of the carotenoid family. Carotenoids are a class of chemicals related to vitamin A. Beta-carotene is best known as a precursor to vitamin A, but there are about 600 other compounds in this family that need to be understood. In addition to lutein, they also contain many others, such as alpha-carotene, lycopene, zeaxanthin, and beta-zeaxanthin.

In the plant world, carotenoids like lutein mainly add color to vegetables and fruits such as sweet potatoes and carrots. In the human body, lutein and zeaxanthin constitute the main pigments in the center of the retina, the most sensitive area of vision. Although lutein is not considered an essential nutrient, studies have shown that it plays a significant role in maintaining normal vision and preventing eye diseases, such as age-related macular degeneration (ARMD), cataracts ( cataracts) etc. Adequate intake of carotenoids may also reduce the risk of colorectal cancer and heart disease.