Consumption of 12 Eggs per Week for 1 Year Significantly Raises Serum Zeaxanthin Levels and Improves Glare Recovery in Patients with Early Age- Related Macular Degeneration

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the number one form of blindness in older adults due to the degeneration of the macula of the eye. Lutein and zeaxanthin are carotenoids that accumulate in the macula and may help protect it from short-wavelength light damage. The dietary sources of these carotenoids are green leafy, yellow vegetables; and eggs. The aim of this study was to determine if the consumption of 12 store-bought eggs per week for 1 year slows down the progression of AMD. Forty-five adults were randomized to the intervention (n=27) or control (n=18). A clinical eye exam was performed at 0 and 12 months.