Several nutrients and vitamins such as bilberry and taurine help protect the optic nerve from damage. Glaucoma causes optic nerve damage. Optic neuritis and optic nerve atrophy are serious conditions that harm the optic nerve. Since the optic nerve sends electrical signals from the eye to the brain, any interruption damages vision. How does the … Continue reading “Protect the Optic Nerve with Taurine, Bilberry, and More”
Natural Eye Care has created a new antioxidant supplement, “Dr. Grossman’s Bilberry/Ginkgo Combination Wild Crafted Extract Formula” to help support vision health and circulation. These natural extracts contain powerful antioxidants that counteract free radicals. The formula is designed to help prevent cellular damage, and even reverse it. Many eye diseases, including macular degeneration, cataracts, and … Continue reading “New Bilberry and Ginkgo Antioxidant Extract Formula from Dr. Marc Grossman”
Blueberries and their European cousins, bilberries, have long been used to regulate blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Recent studies of mice are convincing researchers of the bilberry’s potential in helping people deal with diabetes. A study published in Nutrition Journal describes a trial involving the examination of the effect of consuming oat … Continue reading “Bilberry May Lower Insulin Levels”
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”
European Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) Bilberry is one of the anti-oxidant rich fruits which are commonly recommended for vision conditions as well as being helpful for many other health conditions. It’s a common component in many nutritional formulations intending for vision. There has been preliminary evidence that bilberries may help inhibit or even reverse macular disorders … Continue reading “Bilberry: Macular Degeneration & Cataracts”
Research shows bilberry extract helps fight against macular degeneration and cataracts in lab rats Cataracts and macular degeneration are the major cause of vision deterioration in the elderly. A study by Russian scientists shows that taking bilberry supplements may help ward off these diseases. Researchers used a particular strain of lab rats (OXYS rats) capable … Continue reading “Another Study on Antioxidants: Bilberry May Ward Off Cataracts and Macular Degeneration”
The link between cardiovascular disease and eye health may not be obvious. However, the eyes are made from nutrients. A large body of research shows how important nutrition is for eye health. Maintaining healthy vision depends on whether the eyes and visual system are properly nourished. Cardiovascular disease, including high blood pressure and atherosclerosis, can … Continue reading “Cardiovascular Disease and Eye Health”
Herbs and spices do more than add flavor—they’re packed with nutrients that support vision, brain, and overall health. Used for centuries in traditional medicine, these powerful plants are now backed by modern research. Whether you add them to your meals or take them as supplements, the right herbs can play a key role in maintaining … Continue reading “Spices and Herbs for Vision Health”
One important concept for maintaining eye health is understanding the eye-brain connection. This pathway starts with light entering the eye and ends when your brain makes sense of the visual world around you. Disruption or damage at any point in the pathway distorts your perception. Therefore, maintaining the health of each part of the eye-brain … Continue reading “Eye Brain Connection: The 5 Steps”
In the USA, our diets are usually high in ultra-processed foods, fat, sugar, salt, and empty calories. Poor nutrition has been linked to declines in mental health, increasing the risk of depression and anxiety. It can also compromise eye health, contributing to conditions like glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, and macular degeneration. A nutrient-poor diet can … Continue reading “Poor Diets and Ultra-Processed Food Damage Mental Health and Vision”