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ingredients/xanthogreen
Name: Xanthogreen®
What is it: A type of marigold extract that provides lutein and zeaxanthin. These are both types of antioxidants that belong to the xanthophyll family of carotenoids. Carotenoids are found in several plants that function as nutrients and antioxidants.
Provides: Lutein and zeaxanthin
Source: Marigold
Benefits:
Xanthogreen® utilizes a patented SCF-CO₂ extraction process resulting in a pure and concentrated marigold extract with good bioavailability and stability. It is done usng a 100% green production process with no use of chemical solvents to deliver a clean, high-quality source of this antioxidant.*
Popular For: Eyes*, Antioxidant Properties*, Overall Wellness*.
The Research:
A number of clinical studies suggest that lutein and zeaxanthin support antioxidant function in the body and may be beneficial for supporting eye and vision health, amongst other benefits.*
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