Category Archives: Eye Health

Lute-gen® for MPOD & CFT

Posted on February 20, 2023 by Bio-gen Extracts

Macular Pigment Optical Density is a measurement of the amount of carotenoids accumulated in the macula of the eye. Macular pigments like lutein & zeaxanthin function as blue-light filters and have antioxidant properties that protect the eye from damage. The fovea, a … Continue reading →

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NutraIngredients Asia Award 2022 Unboxing

Posted on October 17, 2022 by Bio-gen Extracts

We received our NutraIngredients-Asia Award 2022 for Ingredient of the Year – Healthy Ageing, a few weeks ago.  We organized an unboxing of the award with our staff to showcase our gratitude for the contribution made by each individual. This award … Continue reading →

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Lute-gen® clinical study on improved cognitive function is now published!

Posted on February 24, 2022 by Bio-gen Extracts

After having successfully established Lute-gen® for visual health, we are happy to announce the publication of our cognitive function study in the journal Frontiers – Nutrition & Brain Health! Lute-gen® is now a one stop-solution for visual health, cognitive health … Continue reading →

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Breaking down CaroRite™ – Alpha & Beta Carotene

Posted on February 3, 2022 by Bio-gen Extracts

Alpha & Beta Carotene are popular antioxidants known for their pro-Vitamin A activity. Vitamin A is essential for normal growth and development, immune system function and vision. CaroRite™ contains Alpha & Beta Carotene from natural sources. These actives have shown … Continue reading →

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Breaking down CaroRite™ – Lutein & Zeaxanthin

Posted on January 28, 2022 by Bio-gen Extracts

Lutein & Zeaxanthin are well established bioactives used in supplements that support visual health. By increasing the Macular Pigment Optical Density (MPOD), Lutein & Zeaxanthin protect the eye against age-related macular degeneration, oxidative damage and blue-light. Research has also shown … Continue reading →

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Healthy eyes with CaroRite™ – MPOD Study

Posted on January 24, 2022 by Bio-gen Extracts

A 93-subject placebo-controlled study was conducted to assess the impact of supplementation of CaroRite™ on Macular Pigment Optical Density (MPOD) over 180 days, in healthy adult subjects. The clinical study demonstrated better MPOD values and an increase of about 40% … Continue reading →

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