Eye health: Zeaxanthin is widely used in preventing and improving eye diseases. It is often used to prevent the occurrence and development of age-related macular degeneration, slow down the progression of the disease, and protect central vision. At the same time, it also has a certain effect on relieving visual fatigue, improving visual sensitivity and contrast. It is suitable for people who use their eyes for a long time, such as office workers, students, etc., as well as people with eye diseases, and can be used as an auxiliary treatment. Many eye care products use zeaxanthin as a key ingredient, such as eye care products, eye drops, etc.
Food industry: Because zeaxanthin has good coloring properties and safety, it can be used as a food additive in the food industry. It can add a natural yellow color to food and improve the appearance color of food. It is often used in beverages, cakes, dairy products and other foods, which not only enhances the visual appeal of food, but also increases the nutritional value of food.
Feed additives: In animal husbandry and aquaculture, zeaxanthin is used as a feed additive. In poultry farming, it can make the skin, legs and egg yolk of chickens more colorful; in aquaculture, it can make the surface color of aquatic animals such as fish and shrimps brighter, increasing their commodity value. In addition, zeaxanthin also has a certain positive effect on the growth and development and immunity of animals.
Cosmetics industry: Zeaxanthin's antioxidant and skin care effects make it used in the cosmetics field. It can be added to skin care products such as lotions, creams, essences, etc., which helps reduce oxidative damage to the skin, delay skin aging, improve skin luster and elasticity, and has a certain effect on preventing skin spots and wrinkles.