Cepham, a supplier specializing in Ayurvedic ingredients, has launched a new eye health formulation called Luteye, which combines the macular carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin with extra virgin olive oil enriched with oleocanthal. The formulation is designed to target the effects of aging on eye health.
 
“By the time the symptoms of eye aging become apparent, it is often too late to take corrective action,” said Anand Swaroop, founder and president of Cepham. “This is why our research for eye health is concerned around cellular senescence.”
 
Cellular senescence is a process in which a cells age and permanently stop dividing, don’t die, and build up in tissues throughout the body. This process is associated with aging and is connected to the progression of age-related macular degeneration, Cepham reports.
 
Oleocanthal is a phenylethanoid, which is a natural phenolic compound found in extra-virgin olive oil.
 
“We’ve thoroughly studied oleocanthal to understand its potential in combating aging effects on the eyes caused by cellular senescence, such as short telomeres, DNA damage response, mitochondrial dysfunction, and epigenetically induced senescence,” said Swaroop. “When combined with proven vision-enhancing nutrients like lutein and zeaxanthin oleocanthal shows potential to powerfully protect the eyes from aging.”
 
Unlike other eye health supplements, Luteye doesn’t rely on carrier oils like soy, safflower, or canola oil, which often contain chemical stabilizers and surfactants. Luteye uses oleocanthal, which is highly antioxidant and serves as a natural stabilizer, eliminating the need for chemical surfactants.