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Oxidant Stress in the Eye
Vitamins are vital substances. The human body is capable of producing only a fraction of them. A small amount of some vitamins are produced by intestinal bacteria and are used by the body, but for most of the vitamins the human body depends on food supply. Vitamins are organic substances, often components of the enzymes, biocatalysts, the body. Until today have identified 13 vitamins.
Today we know that vitamins are not a homogeneous group of substances, but have enough differences in their chemical composition. They play a lot of different functions involved, among others, in blood clotting, nerve functions, growth, reproduction, defense against infections, digestion and eye function.
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Nutrients that should have a product for eye health
Lutein: Studies have shown that 3.10 mg of lutein daily increase the amount of lutein in the eye and may reduce the risk of macular degeneration and cataracts.
Zinc: It is the most abundant trace element in the eye and a critical component of the antioxidant system in the eyes. Zinc is known to decrease with age. One study has suggested that this mineral may also prevent macular degeneration. Zinc is involved in the metabolism of the retina.
Ginkgo: Ginkgo has shown itself capable of capturing free radicals in the retina. Additionally, increases circulation and protect capillaries.
Copper: It is necessary to prevent copper deficiency can occur when taking a zinc supplement.
Riboflavin and Niacin: The use of these vitamins is associated with reduced risk of cataracts.
Vitamins A, C and E: Nutritional antioxidants reduce free radical activity and thus the damage caused by them, overriding factor in the development of degenerative diseases of the eye.