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If you answered yes
to any of these questions
above, your eyes may benefit from
nutritional supplements and a better
diet along with a change in
environmental conditions.
Vision impairment among the elderly is
becoming a major area of public concern
and in the United States alone there are
more than 1 million that are blind and
another 2.4 million that are visually
impaired according to the National Eye
Institute (NEI), which expects these
figures to double over the next three
decades as the population ages. Now even
younger adults are at an increased risk
due to environmental toxins, laser
surgeries, diabetes and lack of dietary
nutrients.
Other risk factors include:
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smoking
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hypertension
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sunlight exposure
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light
skin and light colored iris
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family
history
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drugs
Scientist and doctors understand the
seriousness of this situation and are
working closely to bring innovative
solutions to bring new weapons to the
battle against these conditions. It has
also spawned awareness among consumers
about the role of nutrients in
maintaining proper vision and supporting
healthy eyes. The eyes are the most
susceptible of all our tissues to
sustaining free-radical damage. To
maintain healthy eye function, the eyes
need a complex blend of nutrients. For
most people, it is daunting to correctly
combine all the necessary nutrients into
one's daily diet. EyeFactor HA is unique
in that it will do this for you.
HylaVision is uniquely formulated with Hyaluronic Acid, Lutein, and Zeaxanthin
and other essential anti-oxidants to
support the eyes in age-related vision
conditions.
Nutritious
Ingredients in HylaVision:
Hyaluronic
Acid (HA)
---
Makes up 95% of the fluid inside the
eye. Acts as a shock absorber for the
eye and also serves to transport
nutrients into the eye. HA plays a major
role in maintaining the health of ocular
tissues such as the cornea, the retina,
and the vitreous fluid that fills the
inside of the eye. It is been said that
after the 5th decade of life, the eye
has lost 50% of its ability to product
the needed HA. Without out HA, we fail
to have proper eye health.
Lutein/Zeaxanthinin
--- Filters out
harmful light rays and supports the
retinal and macular health of the eye.
Both Lutein and Zeaxanthin are
antioxidant carotenoids and are a
critical part of the macular pigment
that protects the retina from
degeneration. The density of the macular
pigment is one measure of eye health.
Arguably, lutein and zeaxanthin help
maintain healthy cells and tissues in
the eye, absorbing dangerous light waves
and acting as antioxidants.
Billberry
--
Helps the eyes by promoting healthy eye
circulation. Also works as a powerful
antioxidant that improves night vision,
prevents eyestrain and build collagen.
Vitamins A,
C , E and Zinc
-- Known for their powerful anti-oxidant
properties
Zeaxanthin-Lutein Rich Foods
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Vegetable/Fruit
(100 grams or 1/2 cup) |
Lutein or Zeaxanthin
(Micrograms) |
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Kale
Collard greens
Spinach, cooked & drained
Cress leaf, raw
Swiss chard, raw
Chicory leaf, raw
Parsley
Spinach, raw
Mustard greens
Beet greens
Okra
Pepper, red
Dill
Romaine lettuce
Endive
Celery
Spring onions
Leeks
Broccoli, cooked
Leaf lettuce
Green peas
Pumpkin
Iceburg lettuce
Brussels sprouts |
21,900
16,300
12,600
12,500
11,000
10,300
10,200
10,200
9,900
7,700
6,800
6,800
6,700
5,700
4,000
3,600
2,100
1,900
1,800
1,800
1,700
1,500
1,400
1,300 |
Lutein and zeaxanthin are found
abundantly in dark green leafy
vegetables and in lesser amounts among
other colorful fruits and vegetables,
such as corn, Brussels sprouts and
peppers. While many sources of these
carotenoids contain much more lutein
than zeaxanthin, some commonly consumed
foods such as orange juice, oranges and
corn actually contain more zeaxanthin
than lutein and may contribute
significantly to overall zeaxanthin
intake.
Tips for
keeping eyes healthy
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A healthy and balanced diet
incorporating lots of fruit and
vegetables will help maintain
healthy eyes.
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Have regular check ups with an
optician - everyone is at risk of
eyesight problems whatever their
age. Visit the optician regularly as
eye conditions can be identified in
the early stages and action taken.
Between 50-75 years of age, you
should have an eye check at least
every two years.
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If you work on a computer, take a
healthy eye break every five
minutes. Stare away from the screen
and close your eyes. This will allow
for eye muscle relaxation and also
re-hydrating the eyes.
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Ensure that when reading/working
you have adequate light.
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Never sleep with contact lenses
still in your eyes unless your
optician or ophthalmologist advises
that it is acceptable.
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Always cleanse, rinse, disinfect
your contact lenses after removal
and before wearing again.
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If something is in your eye,
refrain from using your finger to
remove it.
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Wear UV protective sunglasses when
in direct sunlight to avoid
potential UV damage.
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Consult your optician, pharmacist
or GP on the effects of any
prescribed drugs that may affect
your vision.
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Get ample sleep because this is the
time your eyes recover and
metabolism slows down.
So, as you can see, supplementation is
one aspect to improving eye health but
stress reduction, proper diet, avoiding
environmental stressors and other
lifestyle changes are also helpful in
preserving healthy eyes and vision.
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