Macular pigments

Abstract

Lutein and Zeaxanthin are yellow pigments located at the macula. Because of your location macular pigments decrease and filter the amount of blue light that reach photoreceptors, protect the outer retina from oxidative stress and may improve the vision quality. This is a review regarding incorporation mechanism, function and knowledge update.

Retinal pigments; Macula lutea; Carotenoids; Lutein; Xanthophylls; Vitamins; Dietary supplements; Aging