Lutein and zeaxanthin belong to the xanthophyll family of carotenoids, which are pigments
produced by plants. Structurally, they are very similar, differing only slightly in the …

Terpenes and terpenoids are the largest groups of plant secondary metabolites. However,
unlike polyphenols, they are rarely associated with geroprotective properties. Here we …

The term „nutritional cognitive neuroscience” was recently established to define a research
field focusing on the impact of nutrition on cognition and brain health across the life span. In …

Lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin are carotenoids stored in the macular pigment of
the retina, recognized for their essential role in maintaining optimal eye health. These …

A previous systematic review revealed that lutein intake leads to improved cognitive function
among older adults. However, the association between lutein intake and brain health …

The emerging field of Nutritional Cognitive Neuroscience aims to uncover specific foods and
nutrients that promote healthy brain aging. Central to this effort is the discovery of nutrient …

Mitochondria are important (patho) physiological sources of reactive oxygen species (ROS)
that mediate mitochondrial dysfunction and phospholipid oxidation; an increase in …

Background: Lutein (L), zeaxanthin (Z), and meso-zeaxanthin (MZ) are collectively called
macular pigment. MZ can be converted from L in the macula. In the recent decade, many …

Background & aims Carotenoids are vegetable pigments with neuroprotective properties.
Clinical studies found efficacy of specific carotenoids on improving brain perfusion and …

Objectives This study evaluated the role of personality in predicting functional ability (FA) in
older adults using self-report, collateral report, and performance-based measures of FA …