Lutein and zeaxanthin explained Have you heard of lutein and zeaxanthin but not really sure what they’re for or why you may need them? Read more
What you need to know about lutein and zeaxanthin A diet rich in lutein and zeaxanthin may be essential to healthy ageing. Naturopath Kate Ferguson reveals why. Read more
Spotlight on eyes maintaining macular health Naturopath Kate Ferguson outlines the tools you need to help maintain macular health. Read more
Five foods for healthy eyes By including five eye-friendly foods as part of a balanced diet, you can help to maintain optimal eye health, writes Naturopath Kate Ferguson. Read more
Eye health Macu-Vision® Plus On sale Out of stock Pre-order Vet Exclusive New Arrival Online Exclusive Contains antioxidants, minerals and vitamins to maintain eye macula and retina health and maintains healthy eyesight. This medicine may not be right for you. Read the warnings below before purchase. Follow directions for use. If symptoms persist, worsen or change talk to your health professional. 60 tablets $0.72 per tablet 120 tablets $0.55 per tablet $43.49 $43.49 Add to cart Notify when in stock Notify me when available Benefits Blackmores Macu-Vision® Plus is a vitamin, mineral and antioxidant formula to help maintain macula eye health, eye retina health and maintain healthy eye function. Blackmores Macu-Vision® Plus contains antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin that help reduce free radical damage to body cells, maintains eye health in aging individuals and supports general health and wellbeing. Ingredients Ascorbic acid (vitamin C): 250 mgAscorbic acid (vitamin C) is a water-soluble antioxidant nutrient involved in many biological processes in the body. Vitamin C is found in a number of fruits and vegetables, great sources are capsicums, blackcurrants, oranges and strawberries.d-alpha tocopheryl acid succinate (vitamin E 200 IU): 165 mgVitamin E is a fat-soluble nutrient that exists in 8 different isomers (forms) of vitamin E alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocopherol; and alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocotrienol. It's main action is as an antioxidant which is responsible for many of it's functions in the body. Vitamin E is found in cold-pressed vegetable oils, nuts and seeds.Zinc oxide (zinc 40 mg): 49.6 mgZinc is an essential trace element that plays a role in every living cell in the body. There are also around 300 enzymes that need zinc for healthy function. Zinc containing foods include meat, eggs, seafood- especially oysters, whole grains and seeds.Cupric oxide (copper 1 mg): 1.25 mgCopper is a mineral involved in a number of functions in the body including haemoglobin production and the utilisation of glucose and iron. Food sources of copper include oysters, other shellfish and legumes.Lutein: 5 mgLutein is a carotenoid nutrient that belongs to xanthophylls family. Xanthophylls are a group of plant pigments responsible for many of the bright coloured fruits and vegetables. Lutein is found in dark green leafy vegetables like spinach and kale. Zeaxanthin: 1 mgZeaxanthin is a carotenoid nutrient that belongs to xanthophylls family and is closely related to lutein. Xanthophylls are a group of plant pigments responsible for many of the bright coloured fruits and vegetables. Zeaxanthin is found in sweet corn, persimmons, orange capsicums and oranges. Dosage Adults – Take 1 tablet once a day or as professionally prescribed. Take with food Warnings Always read the label Follow the directions for use Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate Contains soya bean products WARNING: Contains zinc, which may be dangerous if taken in large amounts or for a long period of time If you are pregnant or breastfeeding talk to your health professional before use Some products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional
Eye health Vitamin A 5000 On sale Out of stock Pre-order Vet Exclusive New Arrival Online Exclusive A source of vitamin A, which maintains healthy eye function and healthy vision. It also assists night vision. This medicine may not be right for you. Read the warnings below before purchase. Follow directions for use. If symptoms persist, worsen or change talk to your health professional. 150 capsules $0.12 per capsule $18.49 $18.49 Add to cart Notify when in stock Notify me when available Benefits Blackmores Vitamin A 5000 maintains healthy vision and assists night vision. Ingredients Retinyl palmitate (vitamin A 5000 IU): (1.5 mg retinol equivalents) 2.75 mgVitamin A is a fat-souble antioxidant required for a large number of biological processes. Vitamin A is found in red meat, eggs and dairy products. Dosage Adults – Take 1 capsule once a day or as professionally prescribed. Take with food Warnings Always read the label Follow the directions for use Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate Contains soya bean products Contains sulfites The recommended adult daily amount of vitamin A from all sources is 700 microgram retinol equivalents for women and 900 microgram retinol equivalents for men If you are pregnant, or considering becoming pregnant, do not take vitamin A supplements without consulting your doctor or pharmacist WARNING: When taken in excess of 3000 microgram retinol equivalents vitamin A can cause birth defects If you have any pre-existing conditions or are on any medications always talk to your healthcare professional before use Some products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional
Conjunctivitis Conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the delicate membrane that covers the white of the eye and lines the eyelids (the medical term for this membrane is the conjunctiva or the ... Read more