Eyesight

Eight to ten million people suffer from eye problems1 and many cases of eye damage and vision loss are linked to underlying diseases of one type or another, such as diabetes and high blood pressure. Sun exposure, tobacco smoke, and dehydration are other common causes of eye problems.2

However, poor nutrition is linked to nearly every cause of eye damage or loss of vision.3 From eyestrain to bags under the eyes, from bloodshot eyes to blurred vision, nearly every irritation or trouble with the eyes can be linked to the poor diet consumed by most people every day. Our common American diet—high in foods laced with chemicals and preservatives—is particularly detrimental to the eyes.

With intense eyestrain from computer work, inadequate light, environmental pollutants, the need for eye-nourishing nutrients is even greater. Nicotine, sugar and caffeine are also extremely detrimental, increasing the need to provide nutritional support for the eyes. In fact, a study reported in Science magazine reported that the single greatest cause of cataracts is the body’s inability to cope with milk sugar (lactose) and refined white sugar.4

Research shows that a deficiency in nutrients can lead to various eye problems. Nutrition can also help the eyes stay strong and/or heal. Dietary factors have been shown to protect the retina from loss of sensitivity.5 In another report, Snodderly states that including more caretenoids in the diet (dark green and orange fruits and vegetables) protect the eyes against light damage.6 So supplementation is critical to ensure that you are receiving the necessary nutrients for healthy eye function and also to receive antioxidants to protect against the damaging effects of free radicals. In a study by the National Institute of Health in October 2001, high levels of antioxidants and zinc were shown to significantly reduce the risk of advanced age-related macular degeneration and vision loss.7 Vitamin A is absolutely necessary for proper eye function. Vitamins B,C, & E are also necessary in healing and proper function.8

The Greatest Vitamin in the World contains the highest quality nutrients to improve your eye health (see Vitamins and Minerals). This formula is a great source of all of the nutrients needed to ensure optimal eye function.

1. http://www.afb.org/ (American Foundation for the Blind). 2. Prescriptions for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Edition. p. 355-358. 3. Ibid. 4. Seddon, JM, et al. Dietary caretenoids, vitamins A,C, &E, and advanced age related macular degeration. A multicenter study. JAMA 1994, 272:1413-1420. 5. Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science, Feb, 1998, Vol 39, No 2. 6. Investigative Ophthalmology and Visual Science, August, 1997; 38(9):1795-1801. 7. http://www.nih.gov/. Antioxidant Vitamins and Zinc reduce risk of vision loss from age related macular degeneration. 8. Prescriptions for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Edition. p. 356.

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