The Lutein and Zeaxanthin in Pregnancy (L-ZIP) study—carotenoid supplementation during pregnancy: ocular and systemic effects—study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

The Lutein and Zeaxanthin in Pregnancy (L-ZIP) study—carotenoid supplementation during pregnancy: ocular and systemic effects—study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Abstract Background Lutein (L), zeaxanthin (Z), and meso-zeaxanthin (MZ), collectively called the macular pigment (MP), are dietary carotenoids that preferentially localize in the macula of the human eye. MP protects the macula from photo-oxidative damage and enhances visual function. Inadequate mat...

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Main Authors: Emmanuel Kofi Addo, Aruna Gorusupudi, Susan Allman, Paul S. Bernstein
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-04-01
Series:Trials
Subjects:
Carotenoids
Supplementation
Maternal
Pregnancy
Prenatal
Visual function
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-021-05244-2

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-021-05244-2

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