Nutraceuticals: Your Nutritional Journey

Feed Your Macula! Feed It!

A high concentration of macular pigment protects your eyes from the damage caused by free radicals and blue light. They only way to replenish this critical pigment is through diet. However, the average person only consumes 1-2mg of macular carotenoids daily. Carotenoids are the pigments that give fruits and vegetables their colors (red, green, yellow, etc.). There are over 600 known types of carotenoids, but only three are found in the retina. Lutein is the key macular pigment we can get from our regular diet (green leafy vegetables). Over time Lutein will transform into Zeaxanthin and eventually into Meso-Zexanthin. However, we are learning that 15-25% of people don’t have the necessary enzyme (RPE65) that allows this transformation to take place. Which means if we don’t supplement Zeaxanthin and Meso-Zeaxanthin, up to 25% of the population are in a macular pigment deficit. This is not good!

MacuHealth

We prescribe MacuHealth for our patients at greater risk of developing Macular Degeneration, such as strong family history of AMD, or early changes in the macula. We also prescribe MacuHealth for our patients that want to improve their vision while driving at night or other low light situations.

MacuHealth contains the only carotenoids found in the retina, Lutein, Zeaxanthin, and Meso-Zeaxanthin. MacuHealth has been shown to increase macular pigment density which contributes significantly to visual function. The inclusion of Meso-Zeasanthin sets MacuHealth apart from other macular supplements and over 40 peer reviewed studies prove this addition is far superior to supplements that only contain Lutein and Zeaxanthin alone.


The benefits of the triple carotenoid formula found in MacuHealth:


Antioxidant / Anti-Inflammatory

MacuHealth reduces free radicals and inflammation in the retina, protecting the eye against eye diseases such as Age-Related Macular Degeneration.


Blue Light Protection

MacuHealth helps increase the pigment in the retina that absorbs harmful high-energy blue light from sunlight and digital devices.


Visual Performance

Studies show improvement in contrast sensitivity (increased ability to perceive fine details and better vision in low light situations), reduced glare (improved tolerance to bright lights), and increased visual processing speed (better eye-hand-body coordination). MacuHealth has also been shown to help reduce eye strain and fatigue.

MacuHealth Plus

We prescribe MacuHealth Plus or our patients that have been diagnosed with Macular Degeneration.

When you are diagnosed with AMD, rapid and targeted treatment is key in order to reduce the risk of AMD progression. MacuHealth is based on the NIH AREDS2* formula, but adds two important distinctions. Number one, MacuHealth Plus if fortified with MesoZeaXanthin, and has a lower, safer level of Zinc.

MacuHealth Plus contains the only carotenoids found in the retina; Lutein, Zeaxanthin, and Meso-Zeanthin. MacuHealth Plus has been shown to increase macular pigment density which contributes significantly to visual function and powerful antioxidants that neutralize free radicals, which are unstable molecules that can damage retinal cells. The NIH AREDS2 antioxidant formula includes Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Zinc, and Copper.

Over 40 peer reviewed studies have proven that supplementing with the third, essential carotenoid, Meso-Zeaxanthin, provides far superior results compared to supplementing with Lutein and Zeaxanthin alone.

MacuHealth Plus is the doctor recommended treatment for macular degeneration, and is recognized at the leading supplement to support patients with macular degeneration. It is clinically proven to effectively and quickly rebuild macular pigment, which can help slow the progression of macular degeneration.

Vision Edge Pro

We prescribe Vision Edge Pro for our patients looking to enhance their vision and increase their performance levels.

Vision Edge Pro is a visual performance supplement that contains Lutein, Zeaxanthin, Meso-Zeaxanthin, plus DHA + EPA (Omega-3).

Numerous clinical trials have demonstrated significant benefits from regular supplementation with the ingredients found in Vision Edge Pro. The average person consumes only 1 to 2 mg of macular carotenoids daily. With 22mg of the three essential carotenoids and the minimum daily requirement of omega-3 (300mg) found in Vision Edge Pro research has shown an increase in macular pigment density which is key to improving visual performance. Such as reducing inflammation in the retina, improving contrast sensitivity, reducing glare, improving vision in low light conditions, and protecting against the affects of high-energy blue light.

Better visual performance and faster reaction times are beneficial to your overall performance, whether you’re a professional athlete or simply want to drive safer.

Do floaters in your vision bother you?

We prescribe Vitreous Health for our patients that are bothered by floaters in their vision. This supplement changed the way we think about the chemistry, health and nutrition of the vitreous gel. Many of our patients have noticed a decrease in the size and number of visually bothersome floaters.

The vitreous humor is a gel that fills the inside of the eye, accounting for roughly 80% of the volume of the eye. It is made up of water, hyaluronic acid, and collagen fibers. Research as revealed that over time the vitreous loses specific nutrients that manage oxidative stress and protect the ocular tissues. As the vitreous loses these nutrients, the collagen fibers begin to glycate or clump together. These clumps, called “floaters” are seen as bits of debris floating inside the eye, and can be frustrating at times.

Many times they are seen more clearly when looking at a plain background like a blank wall or a clear blue sky.

Vitreous Health is an eye floater formula that contains anti-oxidants and anti-glycative nutrients. The effectiveness of this formula was published in Translational Vision Science and Technology.

The study revealed that most of the recipients saw a reduction in the number and size of their floaters, some even saw them disappear completely. Results varied, but most saw improvements during the first six months of treatment.

Here Fishy Fishy!

We prescribe TG Omega-3 fish oil for our patients suffering from dry eye disease, but the supplement can also help with reducing the risk of macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic eye disease.

Omega-3 supplements have also been shown to help lower blood pressure and tryglycerides, and help prevent blood clots. Omega-3s are essential for brain function and can help improve memory, concentration, and focus. Omega-3s are also known to help reduce inflammation in the joints, and improve sleep quality.

Many over the counter Omega-3 fish oil supplements are in an ethyl ester formula, which is not as pure, concentrated, or effective as the tryglyceride form of Omega-3 supplements. The alcohol found in the ethyl ester form also has been shown to be the cause of the fishy burp that often accompanies these supplements. A special procedure called re-esterification removes the alcohol found in the ethyl ester form, and leaves only the concentrated, purified fish oil.

Re-esterified tryglyceride TG Omega-3 Fish Oil is purified up to 5 times to reduce toxins and eliminate the “fishy” taste found in many over the counter Omega-3 supplements.

Quality you can trust

Micro-Micelle Technology is an exclusive process that enhances the bioavailability of MacuHealth’s products. Bioavailable supplements are more effective because they help the body absorb more of the nutrients they contain, without the need for higher doses.

There’s nothing more expensive than a supplement the body can’t use and doesn’t work like it’s supposed to!

Supplement Certified, performed by the Nutrition Research Centre Ireland, mans the product has undergone third party analysis to confirm the active ingredients are present and match their label quantity claim. Only products that are Supplement Certified can claim stability and quality of the ingredients for the consumer.

Link to Purchase any MacuHealth Products:

https://www.MacuHealth.com/shop-now/?DoctorID=10047


*AREDS = Age-Related Eye Disease Study. AREDS is a registered trademark of the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)