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Do Omega-3 Supplements Help Your Eyes?

DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), an omega-3 fatty acid, is abundantly present in the retina. Studies have demonstrated its vital role in preserving ocular health by supporting the integrity of retinal blood vessels and nerves. Additionally, Omega-3 acts as a potent anti-inflammatory agent. Omega-3 is one of many fatty acids which are essential building blocks of cell…

How Paleo, Vegetarian, and Gluten-free Diets Can Affect Eye Health

How Paleo, Vegetarian, and Gluten-free Diets Can Affect Eye Health

3  diets, Paleo, vegetarian, and gluten-free, which eliminate certain foods, how they may impact eye health. Deprived of an adequate amount of basic nutritional building blocks results in defects of function, premature aging, disease, and decreased energy reserves. What ever effects the body, has an impact on the eyes.  Eating can be enjoyable, least we…

Meso-Zeaxanthin: The Third Carotenoid for Macular Health

Meso-Zeaxanthin: The Third Carotenoid for Macular Health

Studies have shown that it is not just lutein and zeaxanthin that provide support to the retina, but there is a third carotenoid, meso-zeaxanthin that needs to be present for optimum anti-oxidant effect. Lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin  are characterized as he yellow pigment concentrated in the macula of the retina and collectively are called macular…

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Saffron’s Potential for Eye Health: Exploring Neuroprotective Benefits

Research into saffron reveals promising indications of its neuroprotective properties, which safeguard nerves from damage, degeneration, and impairment, particularly concerning photoreceptors. Numerous studies on saffron supplementation among individuals with conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic macular edema, Stargardt’s disease, and retinitis pigmentosa have demonstrated encouraging results in shielding retinal nerves from degenerative processes….

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Eye Vitamins: Anthocyanins of bilberry, blueberry, Maqui berry, blackcurrant

Anthocyanins, the vibrant pigments responsible for the dark purplish-blue, red, and black hues in bilberries, blueberries, Maqui berries, and black currants, serve as potent antioxidants. These berry extracts and powders are essential components in nearly every eye vitamin formula, renowned for their robust antioxidant properties. In addition to bilberries, blueberries, Maqui berries, and black currants,…

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Eye Vitamins: Turmeric and Curcumin

Can turmeric cure eye problems? While there is no clear conclusive evidence for treatment of eye disease with the turmeric active ingredient; curcumin, there have been many animal studies in which curcumin holds promise as a potential treatment for various eye diseases. Understanding the Distinction Between Turmeric and Curcumin Turmeric, often referred to as the…