Sentences with phrase «protecting carotenoid»

Eggs actually contain a good amount of antioxidants too, like the eye - protecting carotenoid lutein, something that they're not generally noted for.

They're also loaded with heart - healthy phytosterols and eye - sight - protecting carotenoids, as well as Goji's unique polysaccharides, which are being studied as an explanation for Goji's longstanding traditional health use.

The deep orange of butternut squash indicates that it is full of heart - protecting carotenoids, especially beta carotene.

And spinach, kale, and orange bell peppers have eye - protecting carotenoids, and many fruits contain protective vitamins A, C, and E.

They're also loaded with heart - healthy phytosterols and eye - sight - protecting carotenoids, as well as goji's unique polysaccharides, which are responsible for improved immune system function.

Not exact matches

Avocado also contains antioxidant compounds called carotenoids, which are ultra powerful antioxidants that help protect against disease (12).

It has an abundance of carotenoids and beta - carotene that is great for eye health and also helps protect against heart disease.

The healthy alternatives are packed with phytochemicals (plant - based compounds) that include antioxidants, flavonoids and carotenoids, all of which help reduce inflammation and protect the tissues from oxidation, which can damage them.

They are high in antioxidants, specifically the carotenoids (like beta - carotene) and zeaxanthin (compound that absorbs blue light and helps protect the eyes).

Vitamin A and carotenoids protect the eye's retina by preventing oxidation caused by UV rays.

It's filled with antioxidants such as carotenoids and flavonoids which help protect against various cancers.

Gold potatoes get their hue from carotenoids which may help protect the body from cancer and cardiovascular disease according to a study by the USDA.

Antioxidants like Vitamin C and E, carotenoids, flavonoids, selenium and zinc might help to protect against eczema and allergies — especially respiratory allergies.

Egg yolks contain lutein and zeaxanthin, which are two carotenoids that protect against vision loss.

Some, such as Chlamydomonas nivalis, spread first as greenish blooms as they begin to photosynthesize, and then turn a reddish colour as they produce carotenoid pigments to protect themselves from the sun's ultraviolet rays.

(A leading theory: flavonoids in tea and carotenoids in leafy greens, which act as antioxidants, may protect against cancer by rooting out free radicals.)

On the other hand, many studies conclude that appropriate carotenoid levels in the diet can play a positive role in protecting against ocular and cardiovascular diseases and different types of cancer, among others.

In the shortening days of autumn, red anthocyanins and yellow carotenoids take over to help protect leaves against light damage.

A study found that the carotenoids in tomatoes have the potential to protect against UV light.

, and cyanobacteria that use carotenoids (like the pigments that give carrots their color) to protect themselves from the bright sun.

Egg yolks are rich in the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, which help eye health and protect against inflammation.

Eat for your eyes Eggs contain two carotenoids (lutein and zeaxanthin) that protect vision and choline, a key ingredient of a neuro - transmitter that gives memory a boost.

It contains carotenoids, a plant pigment that fights wrinkles and helps protect skin from signs of aging.

Pumpkin High in fiber, pumpkin provides two carotenoids (beta - carotene and alpha - carotene) that may protect against skin, lung, breast, bladder, and colon cancer.

Basically, the algae produces this carotenoid to protect itself from the effects of losing its food / nutrient supply and to stay alive.

A diet rich in colorful fruits and vegetable — which contain antioxidants and carotenoids — can help protect the eyes from blue light and other stressors.

These two carotenoids are potent antioxidants that help protect and maintain the cells in your eyes by filtering harmful high - energy light wavelengths.

Carotenoids present in saffron — crocetin, chrocin and safranal confer — directly protect us against genetic damage, specifically DNA damage due to chemotherapy.

Goji berries are a total antioxidant powerhouse and major source of vitamin C, minerals, amino acids, carotenoids, and polysaccharides — all things that do everything from support collagen production to protect your skin's elasticity.

These two carotenoids normally accumulate in the macula of the eye to protect it from photo - oxidative damage and diseases like age - related macular degeneration.

Mice given astaxanthin were found to have accelerated body fat reduction (i.e., «fat burning») when combined with exercise, as compared to exercise alone in a 2007 study by Aoi et al. 9 Aoi reports the carotenoid seems to exert this effect by protecting the function of a lipid transport enzyme on the membrane of mitochondria that «fuels» energy production.

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.

Vitamin A. Expressed as as carotenoids in asparagus, this essential nutrient protects cells from free radicals, is instrumental for proper growth and immunity, and supports skin and eye health.

Chocked full of carotenoids, shown to protect against heart disease, potassium, vital for bone health, and vitamin B6, essential for the proper functioning of both the nervous and immune systems, you can not go wrong by serving loved ones tasty butternut squash.

Giving this smoothie bowl its tranquil green color, Spirulina «is rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, carotenoids, and antioxidants that can help protect cells from damage.»

Dark leafy greens like kale, watercress, chard, and spinach are rich in a number of powerful antioxidants that work together to protect skin from UV damage, namely carotenoids, vitamin C, vitamin E, and flavanoids.

Spinach is also rich in antioxidants called carotenoids that may reduce the risk of cancer, decrease inflammation and protect your eyes from disease (9, 10, 11, 12).

Astaxanthin has been shown, when take in concordance with other carotenoids, to protect against free radical induced DNA damage, repair UVA - Irradiated cells, and inhibit inflammatory cell infiltration.

Beta - carotene, which is a carotenoid in carrots, might also protect against skin damage caused by ultraviolet rays.

Other studies have found that certain fibers can reduce the absorption of carotenoids (an organic pigment that is found in foods such as carrots and tomatoes which can help protect against certain cancers)(46).

Carotenoids are compounds of vitamin A that are essential to protect your body.

The Hass fruit also provides flavonoids and carotenoids that are types of phytonutrients which protect plants and are responsible for providing them with pigments and vibrant color.

Egg yolks contain lutein and zeaxanthin, which are two carotenoids that protect against vision loss.

This carotenoid helps to protect the eyes and reduce the risk of both cataracts and age - related macular degeneration — two of the major causes of age - related blindness.

Orange and pink fish like salmon are high in carotenoid antioxidants like astaxanthin, which can build themselves into your skin cells and protect your acne from UV rays.

These carotenoids help protect the eyes from damaging blue light.

If you eat eggs you will also get a lot of Carotenoids that are excellent antioxidants and protect the eyes from free radical damage originating from ultraviolet rays of the sun.

The two carotenoids (which are grouped together since they're nearly identical) also build themselves into the cornea of your eye and protect against age - related macular degeneration.

Leafy greens are also rich in the essential B - vitamin folate, plus lutein and zeaxanthin, carotenoids that protect the eyes from light damage.

As these greens contain carotenoids and antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin, they get to protect the eyes against the development of cataracts and age - related macular degeneration or AMD.