The Importance of Macular Health and Antioxidants for Your Eyes
Your eyes are precious – they allow you to take in the vibrant world around you. But did you know that oxidative damage from free radicals can harm your eyes over time, especially the macula? The macula is the central part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision. Reading, driving, watching television, engaging in close work, seeing colours, recognising faces – all of these abilities depend on a healthy macula. Keeping your macula healthy is crucial for maintaining good eyesight as you age.
What is Macular Degeneration?
Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss in Australia. In the early stages of macular degeneration, symptoms may be minimal but over time, the quality of vision degrades. You may start to have difficulty recognising faces or reading, you may see dark patches in your central vision or straight lines may become wavy.
Without treatment these symptoms will likely worsen, ultimately leading to central vision loss.
What causes Macular Degeneration?
Everybody produces free radicals every day – they are generated within the body through a variety of mechanisms and can cause cellular damage if left unchecked. Research suggests that free radical cellular damage can accumulate over time and the localised damage done in the macula is known as macular degeneration.
Antioxidants and Macula Health
Antioxidants act as ‘free radical scavengers’, neutralising free radicals before they cause damage to our cells.
Zinc, Copper, Vitamins C and E are antioxidants, that have been clinically proven in the AREDS 1 and 2 studies to neutralise those harmful free radicals, protecting your eyes from oxidative stress.
Lutein, Zeaxanthin and Macular Health
Lutein and Zeaxanthin are carotenoids naturally found in the human eye. The highest concentration of these carotenoids is found in the macular area of the retina. Lutein and Zeaxanthin naturally form in the retinal pigment epithelial layer at the back of the macula and filter high-energy blue light. High macular pigment density is associated with healthier eyes and supporting visual sensitivity.
Lutein and zeaxanthin supplementation can help bolster this protective pigment filter.
Introducing MDeyes Once Daily
MDeyes is a high-quality macular health formula specifically designed to support eye health through targeted nutritional supplementation. One soft gel per day, taken with food, provides a full array of nutrients for overall eye health and macular protection.
About MDeyes
MDeyes is manufactured by an Australian company – MD EyeCare in Australia.
MDeyes is a formulation of high-quality vitamins, minerals and carotenoids, made in Australia under the highest therapeutic manufacturing standard.
MDeyes uses the same ingredients and dosages found effective in the AREDS2 study on macular degeneration.
MDeyes features the same high-quality ingredients specifically used in clinical trials, FloraGLO Lutein and OPTISHARP Zeaxanthin to ensure you get the maximum benefit from the product. There has been no product substitution.
MDeyes come packaged in blister packs labelled for each day so that you can keep track of where you are up to in your treatment timeline.
When should I use MDeyes?
MDeyes should be used after an Optometrist or Ophthalmologist has diagnosed dry age-related macular degeneration and prescribed this preventative treatment.
The recommended dosage is one soft gel tablet per day, taken with food.
Do not use if you have allergies or intolerances to Zinc, Copper, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Lutein or Zeaxanthin.
If taking other vitamins, check all ingredients to ensure this product doesn’t cause you harm.
Where can I buy MDeyes?
MDeyes can be purchased from selected Optometrists or through our online store. It is not sold in pharmacies.
This article is intended to promote understanding of and knowledge about general eye health topics.
It should not be used as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.
Always seek the advice of your health care professional prior to incorporating this as part of your health regimen.
Dr Nicholas Altuneg
For over two decades, my greatest passion has been helping people of all ages live improved lives through better vision. At Eyes by Design, vision is so much more than being able to see clearly or read small letters from far away; it determines your perceptions and reactions every second of the day.
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