VISIONEX - EYE HEALTH

WHY VISIONEX?

The number one cause of adult blindness is macular degeneration. Maintain healthy vision with USANA's new Visionex. This comprehensive formula is designed to maintain long-term eye health with two of the most powerful free-radical fighting antioxidants: lutein and zeaxanthin.* Because our eyes are constantly exposed to harsh environmental factors such as air pollution, dryness, and oxidative damage from sunlight, the extra health maintenance you'll get from Visionex will go a long way toward maintaining your healthy vision.

• A unique and comprehensive formulation of ingredients to maintain good eye health
• Guaranteed levels of lutein and zeaxanthin, important antioxidant components of the macula of the eye
• Includes vitamin C, bilberry extract, and zinc for additional support of healthy eyes      

  

Vitamin C provides additional antioxidant protection, especially to the lens of the eye, where the concentration of vitamin C in the lens is 20 times that found in the blood.

Zinc appears to provide an additive effect to antioxidants in promoting good visual acuity.

Age-related macular degeneration

Macula is the central part of the retina that allows us to see fine details. When the macula degenerates, people experience blurring or darkness in the center of their vision.

Macular degeneration leads to loss of central vision needed for activities requiring fine vision such as reading, driving and recognizing faces. The words on a page may look blurred, or straight lines may look distorted. Peripheral vision is usually retained in macular degeneration therefore blindness (inability to see all light) does not typically occur even in advanced/end-stage macular degeneration.

 However the central vision loss impairs proficiency in performing most activities of daily living and can make it more difficult for people to live independent lives. 

What is  LUTEIN?

Lutein is concentrated in the retinas of your eyes and is necessary for good vision. A diet rich in lutein may lower your risk of developing cataracts and macular degeneration.

Lutein may also help prevent or slow down atherosclerosis, the thickening of arteries, which is a major risk for cardiovascular disease.

Those with macular degeneration and cataracts may benefit from lutein given the results of the previously mentioned study. It may also protect against cancer and degeneration of the eyes and skin by sunlight -ultraviolet rays. 

Cells may be protected from the damage caused by free radical damage. It reduces inflammation and redness of the skin. The nutrient may also reduce the risk of breast cancer and prevent or slow down atherosclerosis, clogged arteries and heart disease.

Other less known potential benefits of lutein are:

1) The nutrient is a possible Anti-cancer agent -- Utah Medical School discovered that even a small consumption of this nutrient slashed the risk of developing colon cancer.

2) The nutrient helps to ward off the effects of bad cholesterol, whilst also keeping arteries clear. 
 

3) The nutrient helps combat arthritis and osteoarthritis aches.

The reason why there are so many health benefits of lutein is probably because of the fact that it is a potent antioxidant, and, because of this, can counter free radical damage. If left unchecked, free radicals can lead to cellular damage internally, which has been said to be a leading cause of heart disease, many cancers, and premature aging.

Lutein is not produced by the body; therefore the only way to get it is by consuming it.

Lutein and Zeaxanthin

Zeaxanthin helps protect the eye from ultra-violet (UV) damage, and prevents free-radical damage to the retina and the lens of the eye that is associated with diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, cataracts, and glaucoma. 

Lutein should be combined with zeaxanthin--and also zinc, you need to take these together. Zinc an important mineral that has been shown by the National Eye Institute to possibly reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration.

Zeaxanthin is thought to be an even more powerful antioxidant than lutein.

Bilberry Extract

The Bilberry herb has been also been associated with the care and treatment of number of ailments including atherosclerosis, cataracts, diabetes, diarrhea, macular degeneration, night blindness, and retinopathy, and is considered a strong antioxidant by many experts.

Herbalists in Europe have been using bilberry extract for many years to treat various complaints such as urinary tract infections, kidneys stones, and diarrhea. Bilberries are also known to be powerful antioxidants and can be used for protecting the cells in the eyes and other parts of the body from free radicals and toxins. Bilberry supplements are fast becoming increasingly popular in today's medicine culture especially for the treatment of vision disorders including cataracts and poor night vision. 

Is There Any Scientific Evidence?

Scientists have studied the claims of RAF pilots from the world war two who reported improved night vision after eating bilberries. Through scientific research they have discovered that bilberries contain two compounds; anthocyanosides and tannins. Anthocyanosides improve the blood flow to the tiny vessels that keep the eyes healthy, as well as maintaining good blood circulation throughout the body. 

Who should take

- People whose eyes are frequently exposed to the sun, computer screen, etc.
- People whose visual health is a priority

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