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Maximum L+Z

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  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 33% of ingredients have research evidence
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What the Evidence Says

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Lutein and zeaxanthin are supported by strong evidence for maintaining macular health and filtering blue light. Ahiflower oil is included for its omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid content, though evidence for its specific systemic benefits is more limited. Together, these ingredients target ocular support through antioxidant and nutritional mechanisms.

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Label Data

1 Softgel(s)
Serving Size
240
Servings
Other Combinations
Product Type
33%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

12 mg
Market median: 10.0mg (105 products) 2 studies (A:0, B:1)
Market median: 4.0mg (32 products)
Ahiflower Oil
145 mg

Other Ingredients

Soft-Gelatin Capsule
Claims

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Unverified Nutrient
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested Use Consume one or more capsules daily or as recommended by your physician. Since lutein and zeaxanthin are fat soluble, they are best absorbed when consumed with foods or meals containing a small amount of fat or oil. For questions about the use of this product call 800.332.7799.

Warnings & Precautions

Always wear UV-protective sunglasses outdoors.

Formulation Notes

For over 40 years Unsurpassed purity, quality and efficacy 100% solar production Zero carbon footprint

12 mg Lutein 6 mg Zeaxanthin

Optical pigment booster Maximum potency to support macular and retinal health

Andrew Lessman's Maximum L+Z is an ultra-high potency blend of Lutein and Zeaxanthin (L+Z), two dietary ingredients that physicians and experts consider to be critical for eye health. Diets rich in L+Z have long been associated with superior vision and eye health. L+Z are most highly concentrated in the retina and macula of the eye where their unique molecular structure allows them to protect these delicate tissues from high-energy radiation and oxidation. Their concentration in the macula is so high that they provide both its color and its name, since in Latin the macula is called the macula lutea or yellow spot. L+Z are also referred to as "Optical Pigments," since they also play a key role in the eye's visual systems promoting visual acuity (sharpness of vision), as well as visual processing speed. Zeaxanthin also affords enhanced protection to the macula due to extremely high concentrations at the center of the retina. In short, L+Z are at the top of any list of dietary ingredients that protect our eyes from a lifetime of normal age-related changes. L+Z also protect the skin, but it is the brain where substantial recent research has shown Lutein to be associated with superior cognitive function, memory and verbal fluency with age. The body cannot make L+Z and the typical American diet provides so little that supplementation remains the only viable option of ensuring the vital protection these critical nutrients provide to our eyes, brain and skin. To assure you the greatest benefits possible, we enhance our ultra-high potency blend of Maximum L+Z with the unique balance of plant-based Omega-3 fatty acids from Ahiflower Oil

Contains no additives or common allergens of any kind.

Additional Information

We remain uniquely committed to you and the planet. You have my unwavering promise. Andrew Lessman, Founder HSN www.HSN.com 800.944.9999 www.QVC.com 800.345.1515

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU712128
DSLD Entry Date2021-08-23
Product TypeOther Combinations
FormCapsule
BrandProCaps
DSLD ID248468
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

8
Research Sources
46
Avg Quality
4
Rct
2
Clinical Trial
1
Systematic Review
B Systematic review of carotenoid concentrations in human milk and infant blood
Systematic Review Nutrition reviews 2022 PubMed DOI
C No CFH or ARMS2 Interaction with Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Low versus High Zinc, or β-Carotene versus Lutein and Zeaxanthin on Progression of Age-Related Macular Degeneration in the Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2: Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 Report No. 18
Rct Ophthalmology 2019 PubMed DOI
C Consumption of Hen Eggs Enriched with n-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids, Selenium, Vitamin E and Lutein Incites Anti-Inflammatory Conditions in Young, Healthy Participants - A Randomized Study.
Rct Frontiers in bioscience (Landmark edition) PubMed DOI
C Effect of Dietary Supplementation with Lutein, Zeaxanthin, and Elderberries on Dry Eye Disease (DED) and Immunity: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Rct Nutrients PubMed DOI
C Oral Antioxidant and Lutein/Zeaxanthin Supplements Slow Geographic Atrophy Progression to the Fovea in Age-Related Macular Degeneration.
Rct Ophthalmology PubMed DOI
C The Influence of Lutein Supplements on Age-related Macular Degeneration
Clinical Trial ClinicalTrials.gov 2007
D Lutein/Zeaxanthin and Omega-3 Supplementation in Persons Over Age 60
Clinical Trial ClinicalTrials.gov 2005
D Lutein
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