Marigold Flower Extract

Marigold is the main raw material for the extraction of lutein and Carotenoid. The content of yellow pigment in Marigold is not less than 12g per kg on average.

Also known as "Phytolutein", it is found in nature alongside Zeaxanthin. Lutein and zeaxanthin are the main components of plant pigments such as corn, vegetables, fruits and flowers. They are also the main pigments in the Macula of retina area of the human eye.

In nature, lutein is most abundant in dark green leafy vegetables such as kale, kale and spinach, as well as in flowers such as marigold and Tagetes erecta. The human eye contains high levels of lutein and zeaxanthin, which can not be produced by the body and must be supplemented by foods containing lutein and zeaxanthin, the eyes will go blind. Lutein, found in some vegetables, fruits and egg yolks, is a beneficial nutrient.

It belongs to the Carotenoid family. Carotenoid is a chemical related to vitamin A. The beta-carotene is known as the precursor of vitamin A, but there are about 600 other compounds in the family that need to be understood. They have a lot more than lutein, such as alpha-carotene, Lycopene, zeaxanthin and beta-zeaxanthin. In the plant world, Carotenoid like lutein give color to vegetables and fruits like sweet potatoes and carrots.

Marigold extract plays an important role in maintaining normal vision and preventing eye diseases, such as macular degeneration age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) and cataracts. Getting enough Carotenoid can also reduce the risk of colorectal cancer and heart disease.