Effect of Mediterranean diet and blue light exposition on macular pigment optical density values in a Spanish childhood population.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Macular pigment in retina is formed by lutein and zeaxanthin. These carotenoids must be ingested. Fruit, vegetables, and eggs are rich in lutein and zeaxanthin. In adults, there are many factors that increase macular pigment values, although not enough studies have been performed in children.

Objective

The main aim of this study was to analyze macular pigment in children considering healthy habits and exposure to LEDs screens.

Methods

A cross-sectional, observational study was conducted, recruiting 27 children aged 7-13 years. Healthy habits, demographic data and exposure to LEDs were analyzed using a questionnaire. To study adherence to the Mediterranean diet, the validated KIDMED questionnaire was used. Macular pigment optical density was measured using H

SUBMITTER: Marta-C GR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10755299 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature