Eggs actually contain a good amount of antioxidants too, like the eye -
protecting carotenoid lutein, something that they're not generally noted for.
In addition to being high in fiber, corn is also a rich source of
the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, plant pigments that act as antioxidants (35).
A serving of avocado also contains 81 micrograms of
the carotenoid lutein and 19 micrograms of beta - carotene.
At 80 calories, that 1/3 of a medium (50 grams) California Avocado brings with it 6 grams of good fats, 6 % of the DV for potassium and vitamin E, 4 % of the DV for vitamin C, and 135 micrograms of
the carotenoids lutein + zeaxanthin (just to name a few).
A serving of avocado also contains 81 micrograms of
the carotenoid lutein and 19 micrograms of beta - carotene.
Egg yolks are rich in
the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, which help eye health and protect against inflammation.
While pumpkins are a fabulous power food (
the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, are believed to help protect against macular degeneration, and alpha - carotene may aid in the prevention of tumor growth), the yogurt used in these muffins also makes them light.
For example, we've seen studies showing increased bioavailability of
the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin following the cooking of cauliflower.
Broccoli is considered as the best anti-oxidant foods as it contains essential anti-oxidant such as beta - carotene (Beta - carotene keeps your lung healthy as you age), Zeaxanthin and
carotenoids lutein.
The carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin are concentrated in the macular region of the retina and the eye lens, where they protect the eyes from harmful ultraviolet light as well as maintaining eyesight as we age.
The only exception here would be eggs and their relatively high content of
the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin.
They also provide calcium, iron and
the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin.
Zucchini is a very strong source of key antioxidant nutrients, including
the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin.
Barley is a rich source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals — including magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and selenium, plus
the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin.