lutein

noun

lu·​tein ˈlü-tē-ən  ˈlü-ˌtēn 

: an orange xanthophyll C₄₀H₅₆O₂ occurring in plants, animal fat, egg yolk, and the corpus luteum

Examples of lutein in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In addition to the vitamins and minerals found in kale, the cruciferous vegetable contains phytochemicals like beta carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin that are important for eye health. —Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 25 May 2024

Spinach and kale also contain lutein and zeaxanthin, two antioxidants that benefit eye health. —Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 28 Apr. 2024

Although not listed as food to emphasize in the new Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease paper, eggs are one of the best sources of brain health-supporting nutrients like choline and lutein. —Lauren Manaker Ms, Rdn, Ld, Clec, Verywell Health, 17 Nov. 2023

Protects Your Eyes Two pigments found in grapes, lutein and zeaxanthin, protect eye health. —Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health, 24 Dec. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

lutein

noun

lu·​tein ˈlüt-ē-ən  ˈlü-ˌtēn 

: an orange xanthophyll C₄₀H₅₆O₂ occurring in plants usually with carotenes and chlorophylls and in animal fat, egg yolk, and the corpus luteum