12.01.07
Chrysantis, Inc., West Chicago, IL, has achieved the designation of Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for its all-natural zeaxanthin, branded under the name EZEyes. A panel of experts considered EZEyes GRAS after reviewing extensive research and data supporting the safety of natural zeaxanthin from Chrysantis marigolds for use in food and beverage products. GRAS confirms an ingredient is safe to be added to food. Zeaxanthin, in combination with lutein, is a critical nutrient for eye health that can help guard against vision problems such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts.