Many studies show that lutein and zeaxanthin reduce the risk of chronic eye diseases, including age-related macular degeneration and cataracts.” Regarding their effectiveness, AOA notes that the National Eye Institute performed a study called the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) that concluded “taking an antioxidant vitamin or mineral supplement reduced the risk of advanced AMD progression by about 25 percent and showed a 19 percent reduction in visual acuity loss in some of the subjects.” In this case, AMD refers to age-related macular degeneration, which, along with cataracts, are the leading causes of visual impairments and acquired blindness in the US according to AOA.Īs critics may suggest and the AOA notes, lutein and zeaxanthin carotenoids were not assessed due to lack of commercial availability in the original AREDS report since it could not trace what specific vitamin/mineral/combination was the source of such strong results.
Considering that neither may be discussed around too many kitchen tables, the American Optometric Association (AOA) will help us explain further what they are, and how they can improve your eye health in their ‘Diet and Nutrition’ article.Īccording to the AOA, lutein and zeaxanthin are defined as “important nutrients found in green leafy vegetables, as well as other foods, such as eggs. At the heart of Eye Candy are two powerful antioxidants, lutein and zeaxanthin. With natural ingredients and the ability to replenish nutrients to improve macular pigment and prevent the harmful effects of blue light, we’ve once again put the health and wellness of gamers first. The recent release of Eye Candy, a multi-formula vision supplement, has brought a lot of excitement to the gaming community. South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands (GBP £)
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