Too often
when we think of improving our health we focus on the inside (our heart, our
digestive system and our muscles) and forget about the outside (our eyes).
There are
so many environmental factors in our daily lives which can affect our eyes
including pollution, exposure to the sun or staring at a computer screen all
day. All of these factors put a strain on our eyes which can lead to deteriorating
effects, therefore the use of supplementation, regular eye checkups or eating
certain foods can help to reduce these effects.
Since
majority of Australians do not consume the recommended servings of fruits and
veggies, supplementation is important to meet the nutrition gap.
That’s
where USANA’s Visionex™ comes in! With guaranteed levels of lutein and
zeaxanthin as well as vitamin C, zinc and bilberry extract Visionex is
essential for keeping your eyes fit and focused.
Visionex works to help maintain optimal eye function by
providing nutrients, specifically antioxidants to counter free-radical damage.
So what makes Visionex different?
Visionex is a unique and comprehensive formulation of
ingredients which maintain eye health and aid acute vision. These include:
Lutein & Zeaxanthin – are important antioxidant
components of the macula of the eye. Lutein is believed to function in two
ways: first as a filter of high-energy blue light and second as an antioxidant
that quenches light-induced free radicals and reactive oxygen species. Zeaxanthin
is another carotenoid and an even more powerful antioxidant against free
radicals.
Bilberry Extract – a fruit which is rich in
antioxidants and helps to maintain healthy capillaries in the eye
Vitamin C – provides additional antioxidant
protection especially to the lens of the eye
Zinc – supports and promotes good visual acuity
Visionex is designed to support long-term eye health,
especially when combined preventative measures against exposure to harmful
environmental factors. It is also suitable for vegetarians.
For more tips on how to improve your eye health
click here
or if you would like to know more about the importance of eye health
click here.
Vitamin
supplements should not replace a balanced diet. Use only as directed. Always
read the label.
References:
1. Stahl W. Macular carotenoids: lutein
and zeaxanthin. Dev Ophthalmol38:70-88
(2005).
2. Richer S, et al.
Double-masked, placebo-controlled, randomized trial of lutein and antioxidant
supplementation in the intervention of atrophic age-related macular
degeneration: the Veterans LAST study (Lutein Antioxidant Supplementation
Trial). Optometry 75(4):216-30 (2004). human retinas. Meth. Enzymol.
299:457-67. 1999
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