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Definition of "lutein" []

  • A yellow carotenoid pigment, C40H56O2, found widely in nature, first isolated in corpus luteum but later discovered in body fats, egg yolk, and green plants; xanthophyll. (noun)
  • A dried preparation of corpus luteum. (noun)

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Use "lutein" in a sentence
  • "And in particular, one of the carotenoid pigments called lutein, which is present in many vegetables."
  • "Pumpkins are high in carotenoids, which neutralize free radicals, and lutein, which is good for your baby blue eyes."
  • "In addition, a 2006 study found that the pigments that contribute to the color of the egg yolk, called lutein and zeaxanthin, increased skin hydration 38 percent when taken as a daily 10 mg supplement."