Nutraceutical / Carotenoids

Vividblu99

Hi.

I've been researching in to carotenoids - specifically Lutein, Zeaxanthin and Astaxanthin - and the reported/puported benefits in vision and eye health.

The information I've come across looks very promising - especially in terms of alleviating eye strain, tension, and protecting the eyes from the negative effects of artificial lighting.

I wanted to know if anyone has any direct experience in using these supplements, and if so, have they helped in any way?

logixoul

Vividblu99

Here's my 2c.

Spinach helps me a lot (kicks in about an hour after intake), and it contains a big amount of lutein and zeaxanthin. So I tried replacing my daily spinach dose with lutein+zeaxanthin supplements, and got zero result.

On the other hand, I take a supplement called Acomodin (contains astaxanthin and other things) and it helps me a lot. Been taking it (2 tablets/day) for 18 months already. Then again, astaxanthin interacts with my OCD medications (via a liver enzyme called CYP3A4), reducing their blood levels (and thus their side effects), which may be the reason Acomodin helps me.

Vividblu99

logixoul

Thanks. I'll check out that supplement!

I use to eat a lot of spinach but due to the high oxalate content, I've reduced my consumption substantially.

The research papers on Lutein and Astaxanthin look very promising. I think I may invest in high quality supplements to see if they help me.

I've read it's very important to take them with fat, as it helps with the absorption.

daniel_mate

I have tried Lutein, Zeaxanthin, Astaxanthin, also MacuShield (combo of them). Did not make any difference.

Recently saw this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0h2ierlwLQ

In short, the dr says they help only people that have macular degeneration, for rest of us he recommends only Fish Oil. I have used it multiple times, but do not feel any difference with it too

Vividblu99

daniel_mate Thanks for the link!

I've taken fish oil/krill oil for years - and haven't noticed any benefits in terms of eye health.