Do you find yourself squinting
more often lately? Are you holding the menu a little farther away these days? If
so, then you may be experiencing some level of vision loss, which is common as
you get older. Over 60% of the population needs corrective eye wear. By age
55-65, there’s about a 90% chance you’ll need glasses. Presbyopia is a common
occurrence in anyone 40 or older, which affects your ability to focus on
objects close to you. You’ll find yourself holding reading material a little
farther away. Part of you may wonder if there’s any hope of ever having better
vision without annoying glasses or expensive surgery.
Did you know that most of
the time, good vision can be restored naturally through
optimal nutrition and supplements?
The eyes are often called the windows
to your soul, but they can also be critical indicators of overall health. Our
eyes have a “particularly high metabolic rate.” (1) This causes our eyes to be sensitive to inflammation,
and a good indicator of inflammation levels. When your eyes start failing, it
may be a sign that your oxidation and inflammation levels are rising as a
result of exposure to unhealthy substances. Rather than being frustrated with
your aging eyes, you may want to be grateful to your eyes for letting you know
that your body needs more protection against inflammation and oxidation.
Simply put, toxins are to blame for most of
your eye problems, and your eyes may be the first part of your body to start
feeling the negative effects. Chemicals like toluene found in foam mattresses,
formaldehyde in wood furniture finishing, styrene in your new car smell, and
acetone in your makeup can all increase oxidation and inflammation. These are
called volatile organic compounds, or VOC’s, and your body needs to constantly
detoxify from them in order to stay healthy and keep inflammation low. Air quality
alerts can make it even harder to keep inflammation low. Your eyes are
susceptible to the harmful effects of chemicals and toxins, which can be bad
news for your eyesight. However, with a high-quality, targeted nutritional
supplement, you may be able to avoid further eye damage...and maybe even
improve your vision.
There are specific nutrients that
are more effective than others for lowering inflammation and improving
eyesight. The Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS), a nationwide clinical
trial in 2001, showed that taking Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Zinc and Vitamin A can
reduce Age-Related Macular Degeneration by 25%. (2) These antioxidants neutralize free radicals that cause
cell damage, which protects cells from future damage. The antioxidant
protection also helps repair cell membranes and helps the formation of proteins
and tissue formation. This improves overall health, but again…the eyes are
great indicators of health, so as you increase your antioxidant intake, your
eyes will reward you within a few months with better vision.
Top
10 Nutrients to Improve Your Eyesight
Here are a few key nutrients and their
specific benefits for your eyes:
1. Beta Carotene, or Vitamin A as it’s known after the enzymes in the small intestines cut
it in half, is an orange pigment and fat soluble antioxidant that helps protect
the surface of the eye and helps prevents age-related vision loss. It’s also
important in the formation of rhodopsin, which is a protein found in the retina
that supports night vision and seeing black and white images clearly.
2. Vitamin C is a water soluble antioxidant found in many fruits and
vegetables. In the eye, vitamin C may also be able to regenerate
other antioxidants, such as vitamin E. (1)
3. Vitamin
E is a fat-soluble antioxidant, so it works in the fat-soluble parts
of cells such as cell membranes and fatty acids, such as are pertinent to the
retina.
4. Zinc - Results from AREDS showed that high levels of
antioxidants and zinc significantly reduce the risk of advanced Age-Related
Macular Degeneration and its associated vision loss. Zinc is an essential
constituent of many enzymes and is needed for optimal metabolism of the
eye.
5. Selenium is a trace mineral that is a well-documented, very
effective antioxidant. Replacing selenium can help boost natural glutathione
levels which may help protect against cataracts. (3)
6. Alpha Lipoic Acid is a natural, potent antioxidant that helps recycle both
vitamin C and vitamin E. For this reason it’s often called a “super
antioxidant.”
7. Turmeric is a root that contains curcumin, which is
anti-inflammatory and an antioxidant.
8. Green Tea is full of antioxidants and has been used for centuries to
lower inflammation and improve overall health.
9. Lutein is a carotenoid with anti-inflammatory
properties. Research shows that lutein has several beneficial effects,
especially on eye health. In particular, lutein is known to improve or even
prevent age-related macular disease which is the leading cause of blindness and
vision impairment. (4)
10. Zeaxanthin is found in the lens and retina of the human
eye. (1) AREDS pointed to these carotenoids as being protective
against developing Age-Related Macular Degeneration.
These are a lot of nutrients to
consider, but thank goodness all of them are in a product we’ve designed
called Eye
Restore. This way you don’t have to take so
many separate supplements for your eyes. Due to the comprehensive, well-studied
and proven formulation, Eye Restore should help restore better vision within about 3 months.
How awesome would it be to go to the eye doctor later this year and be told that you need a weaker prescription, or even better…what if you needed no glasses at all? When your friends are squinting at the restaurant menu, will you be the one that helps them read their options? Seeing more clearly can help prevent accidents and reduces eye-related headaches. It can also help you see the beautiful world and creation all around you, from the birds and flowers to your grandkids’ precious faces.
Eyes are not just the windows to the soul. They are a critical indicator of overall health. If you have been experiencing aging eyes, do yourself a favor and stock up on Eye Restore today. Not only will your vision improve, but with lower inflammation and increased antioxidant support, your whole body will be healthier.
Research:
1. Nutrients for the
Aging Eye
2. Age-Related
Eye Disease Studies (AREDS/AREDS2)
3. Natural Therapies for Ocular
Disorders, Part Two: Cataracts and Glaucoma