Lutein Drug Information - Precautions To Be Kept In Mind While Using Lutein Herbal Medicines

Taxonomic class

Asteraceae

Common Trade Names

Bo-Xan, Eyebright +, FloraGlo Lutein, and as the dipalmitate ester (helenien) in Adaptinol

Multi-ingredient preparations: Carotene- Power, Lutein Carotenoid Complex Vegicaps, Natural Lutein Lycopene Carotene Complex Softgels, Ocutone, Phytonutrient Carotenoid Complex

Common Forms

Nondietary sources of lutein are available in solid dosage forms, primarily capsules.

Source

Lutein was first isolated from egg yolks. It may also be isolated from netties or algae, but most commercial lutein is isolated from the leaves of the Aztec marigold (Tagetes creeta) or other marigolds (Tagetes spp. L.).

Chemical components

Lutein is a single-chemical entity (beta, epsilon-carotene-3,3'-diol). It is classified as a hydroxycarotenoid and is closely related chemically, botanically, and physiologically to the xanthophyll zeaxanthin.

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The literature on lutein is quite extensive, encompassing both laboratory and clinical data. Physiologically, lutein may playa dietary role by serving as an antioxidant and a component of cellular membranes, contributing to membrane structure and function. Research using cell culture techniques and animal models has demonstrated anticarcinogenic and antimutagenic activity. Specifically, lutein has been shown to inhibit colon carcinogenesis in both mice and rats and mammary tumors in mice.

Although human data are less conclusive, an inverse relationship has been demonstrated between lutein and cancers of the breast, lung, liver prostate and kidney .

A similar inverse relationship has been found between lutein and the incidence of coronary heart disease cerebrovascular accident cholestatic hepatic diseaseneural tube defects diabetes mellitus and cognitive impairment. The specific action thought to be responsible for these effects is the antioxidant activity exhibited by lutein, a feature common to most carotenoids.

Lutein is one of the primary pigments in the human retina. It is present in higher concentrations in people with dark eyes and decreases in retinal concentration as the eyes become lighter, with blue-eyed individuals having the lowest concentration. Antioxidant activity in the eye is thought to be responsible for the protection offered by lutein in response to short wavelength visible light. It has also been strongly supported in the literature that lutein decreases age-related macular degeneration and cataract formation . A second mechanism that may contribute to the retinal protective effects of lutein is its ability to bind to retinal tubulin, thus increasing the retinal concentration of lutein. Other demonstrated actions of lutein include immunomodulatory activity (lymphocyte proliferation and antibody production in older animals) and enhanced gap junctional communication, both of which may contribute to Its anti carcinogenic activity, as well as gastroprotective effects (decreases development of acid-induced mucosal lesions).

Reported Uses

The majority of lay literature proposes the benefits of lutein in the prevention or slowing of age-related macular degeneration and its subsequent blindness. Although the evidence is strong for potential benefits in decreasing cancer risk, it is the ophthalmic activity that has historically been promoted. Raised public awareness of the potential protective effects with certain cancers is gaining acceptance and increasing the use of lutein-containing products.

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Intestinal Cleansing For Colorectal Cancer Prevention

Recent statistics show that colorectal cancer is one of the top three common form of cancer to both men and women, with 130,000 Americans affected yearly, resulting in 60,000 deaths. Colorectal cancer is a fast growing concern. In contrast, it is virtually unknown 100 years ago.

Colorectal cancer is also known as colon cancer or bowel cancer. It refers to cancer in the colon, rectum and appendix. Researchers say that many colorectal cancers develop from polyps in your colon. These mushroom-like growths are usually non life threatening. But some may grow into colorectal cancer over time. You would need a colonoscopy for a diagnosis. Colorectal cancer treatment may require surgery, followed by a course of chemotherapy.

While colorectal cancer has been studied to be one of the most common forms of inherited cancers, the condition of the average digestive system must be taken into consideration. Can it be truly said that the genes in the human body have mutated fast enough in 100 years to cause an inherited disease?

Since many people also show many other digestive disorders, toxins appear to have a lot to do with it. Toxins come from dietary and environmental factors. To prevent colorectal cancer, therefore, intestinal cleansing can be of help. This process can heal herniations of the colon and polyps, and can be quite soothing to the intestinal tract, since it helps to relieve it of its accumulated waste.

Colon toxicity also results from the growth of parasites and unhealthy bacteria. A few ways to avoid this is proper dietary habits such as avoiding too much red meat, refined sugars and processed foods. However; as we are all only human and cannot avoid toxins altogether while living in the modern world, a good colon cleanse will be beneficial.

There are several ways for intestinal cleansing. One example is to take some herbal powders known to help cleanse and heal your colon. You can either purchase them via the internet or from your local health store.

Do note, however, that if you have serious problems or are already on medications, do not start on a intestinal cleanse until you have spoken to your physician. Otherwise, you can expect to feel the benefits of cleansing: less bloatedness, more energy and improved complexion. Cleansing is a great way to go to upkeep your all around health and consequently, helps you to prevent colorectal cancer.

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