Eye Nutrition Fact: Protect Your Eyes With Glutathione
Glutathione is an amino acid that protects the tissues surrounding the lens of the eyes. According to Web MD, “It also has potentially widespread health benefits because it can be found in all types of cells, including the cells of the immune system, whose job is to fight disease.”
Numerous studies link glutathione with the prevention of cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disease, and diabetic blindness. Foods that increase glutathione levels include sulfur-rich foods such as garlic, eggs, asparagus, and onions, and glutathione-rich foods such as watermelon, asparagus, and grapefruits.
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A Japanese study performed by the Department of Integrated Psychological Science and published in Applied Ergonomics, tested 13 individuals who completed four, two-hour sessions of proof reading over a two-week period. The analysis showed that the proof reading induced visual fatigue. Participants who took a lutein, zeaxanthin, and blackcurrant supplement showed significant differences in visual fatigue compared to those taking the placebo.
The study concluded that an oral supplement containing lutein, zeaxanthin, and black currant extract could help reduce the symptoms of visual fatigue.
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The ginkgo is the oldest living tree species, growing on earth for 150-200 million years. No surprise, then, that it’s one of the most well-researched herbs in the world. Studies have confirmed that ginkgo, a powerful antioxidant:
* Increases blood flow to the retina.
* Can slow retinal deterioration which results in an
increase of visual acuity.
Retinal damage has a number of potential causes, including diabetes and macular degeneration. Studies suggest that gingko may help preserve vision in those with macular degeneration.
If you aren’t already taking it, our Ocu-Plus Formula contains 17 different nutrients (including Ginkgo Biloba) that are essential to eye health.
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Excerpt From Natural Eye Care Newsletter:
Studies Show Benefits of Ginkgo Biloba for Macular Degeneration and Preventing Retinal Detachments
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Controlled trials have shown that extracts of Ginkgo Biloba can significantly improve visual acuity in ARMD patients within six months of use.* And both animal and human studies have revealed that Ginkgo extract can help to prevent retinal detachment, while increasing antioxidant activity in patients’ blood, tears and plasma.**
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eye vitamins, Nutrients | Ruth | 
November 9, 2010 12:35 pm | 
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