Martha Nydia Ballesteros

Two Eggs per Day Increase Plasma Lutein and Zeaxanthin in a Pediatric Population Characterized by Low Intake of Fruits and Vegetables

Martha Nydia Ballesteros, Rosa M Cabrera, Socorro Saucedo & Maria Luz Fernandez · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2013

Aims: Eggs are a good source of lutein and zeaxanthin, carotenoids known for their antioxidant properties. Mexican children have been shown to consume limited amounts of fruit and vegetables. The purpose of the current study is to determine whether the inclusion of eggs in the di...