Baush and Lomb have formulated Ocuvite Complete using nutrients that have been shown to maintain retinal health.

While there are more than 600 carotenoids in nature, the human retina selectively accumulates only two; lutein and zeaxanthin.  The concentration of lutein and zeaxanthin is highest macula, which is the part of the retina which helps produce the sharp central vision needed for activities like reading and driving.

Lutein and zeaxanthin are thought to protect the macula by absorbing harmful blue light from the sun’s rays and by acting as antioxidants that neutralise harmful free radicals.

As well as the many benefits that Omega-3 fatty acids (DHA and EPA) have on the heart and brain, they also help maintain retinal health.  DHA is essential for the proper functioning of the retina because it has a structural role in preserving the integrity of retinal photoreceptor outer segment membranes, as well as a functional role in the photo-transduction process.

Ocuvite Complete contains Lutein, Zeaxanthin, and Omega-3 fatty acids, as well as Vitamins C and E, and the mineral Zinc, there is clinical evidence shows that these ocular nutrients are beneficial to retinal health as age progresses.

Ocuvite Complete* 60 soft gels 2 tablets per day £16.50 available from Boots and leading pharmacies

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