Waiora Vision Defense 14

• Helps support macula and retina health.*
• Contains more than the clinically recommended levels of lutein which may help protect against age-related vision problems.*
• Contains more lutein than most leading eye health formulas and multivitamins.*
• Promotes visual acuity.*
• Enhances night vision.*
• Contains potent antioxidants which can help protect the eyes from the effects of free radical damage.*

Lutein, zeaxanthin and bilberry - three critical nutrients for eye health.*

The carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin occur naturally in fruits and vegetables and are stored in the macular region of the retina as a result of dietary intake. Clinical research indicates a diet high in these carotenoids may protect against age-related vision problems. Because the body does not naturally produce lutein and zeaxanthin and high levels of these nutrients are difficult to attain from diet alone, researchers now recommend boosting your natural levels with dietary supplements. A number of companies offer either lutein or zeaxanthin; Waiora's Vision Defense 14 combines the benefits of both, just as both are used in the eye.

A Harvard University study suggests that consuming 6 mgs of lutein from green leafy vegetables may reduce the risk of developing age-related vision problems. Vision Defense 14 provides 8 mgs of lutein, which is abundantly more than most leading eye health formulas and multivitamins.*

Vision Defense 14 also includes bilberry extract which contains anthocyanins. These are plant pigments known to help support capillary strength and collagen within the eyes. Bilberry is also known to help enhance night vision. Legend has it that the British Royal air force pilots flying midnight missions during World War II ate bilberry jam to improve their night vision.*

Vision Defense 14 also includes beta carotene, vitamins C and E, zinc, copper, selenium, vitamin B-2 (riboflavin), alpha lipoic acid, rutin, taurine and lycopene to provide the most important spectrum of antioxidant nutrients that can help support and protect strong and healthy eyes for a lifetime.*

14 Key Eye-Supportive Ingredients

Lutein  (from marigold flower extract)     A vital component of our retina. Helps filter out harmful UV light; protects the macula from free radicals.*

Zeaxanthin  (from marigold flower extract)     Works closely with lutein to help protect the eyes from UV damage; prevents free-radical damage to the retina and the lens of the eye.*

Bilberry (guaranteed 25% anthocyanidins)     Enhances night vision; supports capillary strength and visual acuity.*

Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA)  The "universal antioxidant," ALA regenerates other antioxidants including Vitamins C and E for increased potency.*

Selenium  Essential for the production of Glutathione, an important antioxidant for eye health.*

Vitamin B2  Supports glutathione, which protects the eye's lenses.*

Taurine  Helps protects eyes from harmful UV light; shields the lens against oxidation.*

Vitamin A  (beta carotene/retinyl palmitate)     Keeps macular tissue healthy and eliminates free radicals. Also helps enhances night vision.*

Zinc  May protect eye membranes and the macula from oxidative damage.*

Vitamin C  Helps protect the eye lens and helps maintain eye tissue by preventing free radical damage.*

Vitamin E  May protect eyes from UV light and also may help to decrease oxidative damage to the lens, retina and other eye tissue.*

Lycopene  Helps eliminate free radical damage; helps improve capillary strength.*

Copper  Balances zinc; added for extra antioxidant protection.*