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Eye Support Benefits:
*Supports eye health
*Protects against eye degeneration
*Provides essential nutrients
*Maintain vision and clarity

Nutrients & Malnutrition
In an ideal world, we would obtain our vitamins and minerals from the food we eat. But today’s farming practices and nutrient-depleted soil causes fruits and vegetables to be lower in vitamins and minerals than they used to be. Because of this, and because of highly-cooked and processed foods, our bodies don’t obtain all the necessary nutrients they require to stay in top form. Our eyes are often the first part of our bodies to show signs of malnutrition and to be weakened by a lack of nutrients.

Bilberry, Grapeseed & Omega-3
Bilberry is an herb that helps with gastrointestinal and eye health. Bilberry contains a type of flavanoid called anthocyanosides, which is an antioxidant that aids in improving the flow of blood to the eye’s capillaries. By doing so, bilberry is able to help the eye adjust more quickly to changes in light and improve sharpness of vision. Bilberry is also able to stop the progression of cataracts when taken in combination with vitamin E. Grapeseed is a very effective herb for eye health and support. Grapeseed can help with peripheral circulation in the eyes and strengthens capillaries. Omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to reduce the risk of dry eye symptoms.

Vitamin A & E
Vitamin A is a nutrient that helps the eyes in times of darkness, causing improved night vision and helping to prevent cataracts. Vitamin E is another important nutrient for eye health. Vitamin E can help treat diabetic retinopathy (damage to the retina caused by complications of diabetes which can eventually lead to blindness) and macular degeneration (a condition which results in visual impairment from retina damage).

Eyebright (Euphrasia)
Eyebright is an herb used to treat eye infections, and is a good home remedy for the eyes. When using eyebright, begin by steeping the herb in hot water, then remove the herb and cool the liquid. You can keep the infusion on hand in the fridge, or quickly cool fresh eyebright-infused water by putting it in the freezer for a few minutes. When cool, eyebright can be used as an eye bath. Eyebright is good for sore eyes, helping to combat inflammation and provide soothing relief.

Lutein
Lutein is a type of plant-based nutrient known as carotenoid. Carotenoids are what give fruits and vegetables their colors. Other forms of carotenoids are beta carotene and alpha carotene. The body converts lutein, beta, and alpha carotene into vitamin A. In the macula of the eye, lutein exists in very high concentrations. Taking lutein helps avoid macular degeneration, which is a major issue for those over age 40. If not controlled, macular degeneration can cause blindness. Lutein is believed to act as an antioxidant that helps prevent macular degeneration.