Although you may not think about your eye health very often, you should know that your eyes are constantly under stress. From direct sunlight and environmental pollutants to electronic eye strain and age-related vision loss. So, protecting your eyes is of the utmost importance; and fortunately, as one of the many benefits of Bilberries and other nutrients, you can protect them through nutrition.

The Benefits of Bilberries in supporting Eye Health

Closely related to blueberries in genetics and appearance, Bilberries are a fruit loaded with health benefits, especially for the eyes. The main reason for this is that bilberries are one of the richest natural sources of the flavonoid, anthocyanoside. Anthocyanoside is a potent antioxidant that supports the regeneration of rhodopsin, a light sensitive pigment in the retina that assists with light adaptation. As a result, bilberry optimises eye health by:

• Supporting microcirculation and nutrient delivery to the eye
• Enhancing night time visual sharpness
• Assisting with adjustment to poor light
• Relieving eye strain and fatigue

Carotenoids and Antioxidants – more natural Eye Health support

In addition to Bilberry, there are some other natural ways you can protect your eyes through your diet. These include Astaxanthin, Lutein, Zeaxanthin, Beta-carotene, and Vitamin C.

• Astaxanthin, the most powerful antioxidant in nature, is 550 times more powerful than the antioxidant Vitamin E. For the eyes, it protects against high energy blue light, UV radiation, and age-related macular degeneration 

• Lutein and Zeaxanthin, carotenoids with strong antioxidant properties, are found within the macula of the eye. For the eyes, they protect against oxidative damage while filtering and absorbing high energy blue light away from the eye tissue

• Beta-carotene, another carotenoid, is actually the precursor for Vitamin A. And Vitamin A is essential for maintaining healthy eyes 

• Vitamin C, another antioxidant, plays a crucial role in making collagen for the cornea of the eye

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