Eye Vitamin Nutrient Profiles
Each of the nutrients in VisiVite Nutritional Supplements for Macular Degeneration has been carefully selected based upon the latest scientific eye health research. Detailed information regarding each of these nutrients is listed below.
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Lutein and zeaxanthin, which are naturally present in the macula of the human retina, filter out potentially phototoxic blue light and near-ultraviolet radiation from the macula. The protective effect is due in part, to the reactive oxygen species quenching ability of these carotenoids.
Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble vitamin that exists in three major chemical forms: pyridoxine, pyridoxal, and pyridoxamine. It performs a wide variety of functions in your body and is essential for your good health.
Selenium is incorporated into proteins to make selenoproteins, which are important antioxidant enzymes. The antioxidant properties of selenoproteins help prevent cellular damage from free radicals.
Vitamin A promotes healthy surface linings of the eyes and the respiratory, urinary, and intestinal tracts.
Zinc is an essential mineral that is found in almost every cell. It stimulates the activity of approximately 100 enzymes, which are substances that promote biochemical reactions in your body. Zinc supports a healthy immune system, is needed for wound healing, helps maintain your sense of taste and smell, and is needed for DNA synthesis.
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that exists in eight different forms. Each form has its own biological activity, which is the measure of potency or functional use in the body. Alpha-tocopherol (α-tocopherol) is the name of the most active form of vitamin E in humans. It is also a powerful biological antioxidant.
Provides protection of retinal pigment epithelium from oxidative injury mediated through synthesis of GSH.
Anthocyanidin Bioflavonoid that strengthens capillaries and resultant blood flow to delicate tissues and the retina.

