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Siim Land@siimland
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If you're getting digital eye strain and experiencing a decline in eyesight, consider lutein and zeaxanthin

Taking 10 mg of lutein and 2 mg of zeaxanthin has been seen to increase macular pigment optical density (MPOD), a marker of eye health, by 25% after 6 months

They also saw improved visual and cognitive performance and reduced eye strain

Full video on eye supplements being good for general longevity: youtu.be/bvb7yFdeLGA

Study: PMID: 38363462
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They also had higher serum levels of BDNF, or brain-derived neurotrophic factor, which is a growth factor for brain cells
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In a 2021 meta-analysis of 46 randomized controlled trials, lutein and zeaxanthin at doses of 5-20 mg/day improved macular pigment optical density, but doses below 5 mg didn't

Thus, above 5 mg is needed for an effect

PMID: 34157098
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