Why lutein is important for the eye and the brain
Lutein and zeaxanthin are carotenoids that accumulate in the macula. The macula is a yellow spot near the center of the retina that is responsible of high resolution vision. Macular pigment acts as a natural blue light filter and protects the eye from damage. Macular pigment optical density (MPOD) i...
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| Formato: | Artigo |
| Idioma: | Inglês |
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EDP Sciences
2016-01-01
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| coleção: | Oilseeds and fats, crops and lipids |
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| Acesso em linha: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/ocl/2015027 |
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