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French Maritime Pine Bark Supports Healthy Cardiac Function and Eye Health

You may have heard that French Maritime pine bark extract, or Pinus pinaster, can reduce atherosclerosis. Hardening of the arteries is a leading cause of heart attacks and stroke. The middle-aged and seniors are vulnerable to high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and high blood sugar. Diet, exercise, and weight management are important for controlling metabolic … Continue reading “French Maritime Pine Bark Supports Healthy Cardiac Function and Eye Health”

Benefits of Maritime Pine Bark Extract

The effects of extracts of French Maritime pine bark (Pinus pinaster bark extract) have been reviewed in the journal, Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences.  The writers explain the damaging role of free radicals which arise from oxidative processes within the body as well as the damage resulting from inflammation and that many studies have demonstrated that … Continue reading “Benefits of Maritime Pine Bark Extract”

Bilberry & Pine Bark Supplement Mitrogenol Lowers IOP

A nutritional supplement comprised of a patented blend of bilberry and pine bark is marketed as Mitrogenol.  A study published in Clinical Opthamology describes a study of 79 people with raised eye pressure levels.  The intraocular pressure (IOP) of participants who took Mitrogenol decreased by 24%.  Those who took the pharmaceutical eye drop Latanoprost experienced … Continue reading “Bilberry & Pine Bark Supplement Mitrogenol Lowers IOP”

Retinal Scans Can Detect Diabetes, MS and Dementia Early

Retinal scans are proving to be an effective way to detect early signs of diseases like diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and dementia. They can sometimes detect disease before symptoms appear. The best news about retinal scans is that they are painless and non-invasive. You may have looked into machines that scan the retina at your optometrist … Continue reading “Retinal Scans Can Detect Diabetes, MS and Dementia Early”

Diabetic Retinopathy, Sugar Balance and Retinal Support

Diabetic retinopathy is a leading cause of blindness among adults. Poor blood sugar balance can damage nerves, so nerve support is crucial for people with diabetes. Diabetic retinopathy is a serious eye condition stemming primarily from imbalances in blood sugar levels. When blood sugar is not properly managed, the body’s delicate nerve tissues, including the … Continue reading “Diabetic Retinopathy, Sugar Balance and Retinal Support”

Poor Circulation is Linked to Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma and Diabetic Retinopathy

Poor circulation significantly contributes to eye diseases, including macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. Heart disease and diabetes lead to poor circulation. Our eyes and brain require the most oxygen and nutrients, so they need healthy blood circulation. In this article, we will explore the connections between age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and poor circulation. We … Continue reading “Poor Circulation is Linked to Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma and Diabetic Retinopathy”

Neuroinflammation and Glaucoma: Bridging Brain Health and Vision

Neuroinflammation is inflammation of the brain or spinal cord. It’s a defensive response to injury, infection, or illness. Neuroinflammation is beneficial after, for example, a spinal cord injury.1 However, chronic inflammation is a significant contributing factor to disease onset. Researchers are concerned that an inflamed brain and spinal cord can lead to disease in the … Continue reading “Neuroinflammation and Glaucoma: Bridging Brain Health and Vision”

Regulate Intraocular Pressure Naturally: Fight Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a severe eye disease linked to high intraocular pressure. How can you regulate eye pressure?  If you have a glaucoma diagnosis, the eye doctor often prescribes eye drops to lower intraocular pressure (IOP). Is there anything additional that you can do to help keep your IOP lower? Addressing glaucoma and the risk of … Continue reading “Regulate Intraocular Pressure Naturally: Fight Glaucoma”

Prevent and Support Glaucoma: The Silent Thief

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month—a time to shed light on an eye disease that is a leading cause of irreversible blindness in the US. Seniors are especially at risk. Glaucoma, often dubbed “the silent thief,” primarily impacts peripheral vision. Severe and untreated cases can lead to blindness. This stealthy eye disease can progress unnoticed until … Continue reading “Prevent and Support Glaucoma: The Silent Thief”