Contains soy derivative. Contains no sugar, salt, starch, wheat, gluten, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives. SelenoPure™ is a trademark of Nutrition 21 ChromeMate® and L-OptiZinc® are registered trademarks of Inter Health Nutraceuticals, Inc. FloraGLO® is a registered trademark of Kemin Industries, Inc. Betatene® is a registered trademark of Cognis Nutrition and Health. Naturally Occurring Caffeine With eye health becoming a primary concern of aging, a great deal of recent research has focused on maintaining healthy eyes. It is well established that the Vitamin A family of nutrients (retinoids and carotenoids) is critical to ocular nutrition. One specific carotenoid, Lutein (and its precursor, Zeaxanthin), has been identified as playing a central role in macular health. Lutein is an antioxidant that appears to quench or reduce harmful free radicals. Lutein also filters the high-energy, blue wavelengths of light from the visible-light spectrum by as much as 90%. It is important to carefully balance lutein with beta-carotene in a clinical eye formula, avoiding too much carotene, as they compete for absorption. Ocu Support™ is nutritionally balanced, having been formulated to provide comprehensive protection for the eyes. Studies suggest that 6-10 mg of Lutein per day is necessary to realize health benefits. One serving of Ocu Support™ supplies the full 10 mg of Lutein. Ocu Support™ has also included useful antioxidants like Green Tea Extract, Alpha-Lipoic Acid, Bilberry, and Grape Seed Extract. Ocu Support™ contains FloraGLO® Lutein and Zeaxanthin from Marigold Flower Extracts. Numerous peer-reviewed studies link the natural antioxidant lutein with important eye-health benefits. Newer science suggests lutein promotes healthy skin. FloraGLO® Lutein is the world's leading patented, purified lutein source.* Cautions and Interactions Some of the ingredients in this product may interact with prescription medications. The action of oral anticoagulant medications may be affected by Vitamin E and excessive bleeding has been associated with this combination and coagulation abnormalities. Amiloride could reduce zinc excretion from the body, leading to toxic zinc accumulation. Zinc may interfere with the absorption of penicillamine, fluoroquinolone and tetracycline so it may be advisable to take zinc at least 2 hours apart. Seek medical supervision before taking chromium if you are taking oral diabetes medications or insulin. *The statements herein have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Formulated by doctors and clinical scientists exclusively for licensed heatlhcare practitioners. Manufactured in an A-rated Good Manufacturing (GMP) Certified facility. This bottle contains an Ageless® oxygen absorbing packet to ensure freshness. Do not eat packet. Store in a cool, dry place. Please Recycle. |