Eye Health

Conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataract can be addressed through the use of certain nutraceutical ingredients including the carotenoids lutein, zeaxanthin and astaxanthin, as well as vitamin A, essential fatty acids (EFAs) and bilberry.

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Nutrition Helps Fight Cataracts

Supplementing with antioxidants like vitamin C and E, carotenoids including lutein and beta-carotene, as well as adding zinc and B vitamins can support the function and structure of the eye, and may help fight off cataract progression. ...More
12 hours ago
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Feeding Long-Term Eye Health

Foods rich in carotenoids, such as corn and green leafy vegetables, and polyphenols (bilberries and blueberries) can support the health of all the eye’s components, and fight off conditions such as cataract and age-related macular degeneration. ...More
6 days ago
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Carb Intake Tied to Cataract Risk

A higher intake of dietary carbohydrates appears to increase the risk of developing cortical and nuclear cataract, according to a new study out of Melbourne, Australia. ...More
1 weeks ago
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Ophthalmologists Give Tips to Fight AMD

Consumers at high risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) may benefit from taking a supplement of vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene and zinc, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. ...More
2 weeks ago
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A Big Fish in the Marketplace

Fish oil addresses many aspects of health, making it a sure seller at the retail level. ...More
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Eye-Friendly Carotenoids

Lutein and zeaxanthin are found together in dark green leafy vegetables, as well as in the macular pigment of the eye; increasing dietary consumption can protect the eyes against degenerative conditions such as cataract and age-related macular degeneration (AMD). ...More
2 weeks ago
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Natrol Celebrates 30 Years, Launches New Site

Natrol Inc. celebrated its 30th anniversary by re-launching its Web site to communicate the company’s commitment to consumer health and to educate visitors on the benefits associated with dietary supplements. ...More
3 weeks ago
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Drinking Green Tea Promotes Eye Health

Healthful substances found in green tea penetrate into tissues of the eye and raises the possibility that green tea may protect against glaucoma and other common eye diseases, according to a new report published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. The report ...More
4 weeks ago
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Foods to Support Eye Health

Organic fruits and vegetables are good sources of carotenoids to support eye health. ...More
4 weeks ago
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ZeaVision Issues AMD Challenge

ZeaVision’s online AMD Challenge invites site visitors to learn about age-related macular degeneration and risk factors. ...More
February 11, 2010
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Eye Health

Conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataract can be addressed through the use of certain nutraceutical ingredients including the carotenoids lutein, zeaxanthin and astaxanthin, as well as vitamin A, essential fatty acids (EFAs) and bilberry.

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