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Corn Extract (Zea mays)

Carotenoid

Also known as: Zea mays extract, Corn leaf extract, Corn extract (leaf) (Zea mays), Maize extract

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Grade B
💊 2-4mg zeaxanthin per day🎯 4 primary uses🔗 4 synergiesℹ️ Check contraindications

Overview

Extract from corn (Zea mays) rich in zeaxanthin and other carotenoids. Primarily used for eye health and macular support.

Primary Uses
Eye healthMacular supportAntioxidant protectionBlue light protection

Dosage

Typical range
2-4mg zeaxanthin per day
Timing
With a meal containing fat
With food
Take with fatty meal for best absorption
Duration

Benefits build over 3-6 months of consistent use

Special Populations

Safe for most adults; particularly beneficial for those at risk of macular degeneration

Mechanism of Action

  • • Provides zeaxanthin that concentrates in the macula
  • • Filters harmful blue light wavelengths
  • • Antioxidant protection against oxidative damage in retina
  • • Works synergistically with lutein for macular pigment density

Evidence Quality

Evidence Grade B

Strong evidence for zeaxanthin benefits in eye health, particularly macular degeneration prevention.

Safety & Contraindications

Contraindications
  • • Corn allergy
Common Side Effects
  • • Generally very well tolerated
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Consult healthcare provider

Liver & Kidney Notes

No known concerns

Interactions

🧪 Supplements
  • • Works synergistically with lutein

Stacking & Synergies

Pairs Well With
LuteinOmega-3 fatty acidsVitamin EBilberry
Best Goal Synergies
Eye healthMacular protectionScreen users

Buying Guide

What to Look For
  • • Standardized zeaxanthin percentage
  • • Third-party tested
Standardization Markers
Zeaxanthin content specified
Adulteration risk
Low
Practical Notes
  • • Take with a meal containing healthy fats
  • • Often combined with lutein for comprehensive macular support
Tags
eye-healthcarotenoidzeaxanthinmacularantioxidant

Frequently Asked About Corn Extract (Zea mays)

How much Corn Extract (Zea mays) should I take?
The typical effective range is 2-4mg zeaxanthin per day. Individual needs vary based on age, body weight, diet, and goals — start at the lower end and adjust based on response. Always consult a healthcare provider before starting a new supplement.
When is the best time to take Corn Extract (Zea mays)?
With a meal containing fat. Consistency matters more than perfect timing — pick a daily anchor (e.g. with breakfast or before bed) and stick with it.
Should I take Corn Extract (Zea mays) with food?
Take with fatty meal for best absorption.
What does Corn Extract (Zea mays) pair well with?
Corn Extract (Zea mays) stacks well with Lutein, Omega-3 fatty acids, and Vitamin E — these combinations either improve absorption or work synergistically toward common goals.
Who should not take Corn Extract (Zea mays)?
Corn Extract (Zea mays) should be avoided or used with caution by people with Corn allergy. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a healthcare provider before use.
What are the side effects of Corn Extract (Zea mays)?
Most people tolerate Corn Extract (Zea mays) well. The most commonly reported side effects are Generally very well tolerated. Side effects are usually dose-dependent — lowering the dose often resolves them.

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