|Articles|October 23, 2012

SupplySide West Sneak Peek: OmniXan Zeaxanthin

OmniActive Health Technologies says that OmniXan is the only source of natural zeaxanthin from paprika.

Zeaxanthin, a primary pigment in the center of the macula, is vital for protectingocular tissue from oxidative damage. Because 3R, 3’R zeaxanthin cannot beproduced by the body, this essential nutrient must be supplied through diet orsupplementation. OmniActive Health Technologies says that OmniXan is the only source of natural zeaxanthin from paprika, a naturalwhole-food GRAS source that has long been a part ofthe human diet. All-natural OmniXan delivers high-quality, safe 3R, 3’R zeaxanthinand is offered in a variety of delivery platforms for use in dietary supplements,functional foods, and beverage applications. OmniActive Health Technologies, Ltd., supplies a range of innovative, scientifically validated, active natural ingredients for healthcare, food, and personal care applications.


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