Composition for the Protection and Treatment of Macular Degeneration Comprising Soybean Sprout Extract

摘要

PURPOSE: A composition containing bean sprout extract is provided to prevent and treat macular degeneration. CONSTITUTION: A pharmaceutical composition for preventing and treating macular degeneration contains bean sprout extract. The extract contains 2-100 ug/g of lutein of chemical formula 1 as an active ingredient. The extract is prepared from bean sprout using acetone. A health food for preventing and treating macular degeneration contains bean sprout powder or extract.