Ingredients - Betacarotene Eq. to 3996.63 IU of Vitamin A – 23.98 mg. Vitamin C – 40 mg. Vitamin E – 100 mg. Zeaxanthin – 4 mg. Lutein – 10 mg. Lycopene – 0.5 mg. Each of the ingredients listed above plays a vital role in maintaining eye health. The importance of various vitamins is well-known; however, the other ingredients may not be part of our daily vocabulary. Lutein, Zeaxanthin, and Lycopene are all carotenoids; natural components that impart a reddish colour to our foods. Lutein is a naturally occurring carotenoid synthesized only by plants and majorly prevalent in green leafy vegetables such as spinach, and kale. The other ingredient, Zeaxanthin, is also a carotenoid which is the reason for the red colour in bell peppers and saffron. Lutein and Zeaxanthin are found in the lens and retina of the eyes. Purayati’s Vitamins for Eye Health have Lutein and Zeaxanthin are au-naturel as they are derived from marigold flowers. Lastly, Lycopene another natural ingredient, again a carotenoid with antioxidant properties that provides reddishness to the tomatoes we consume.
Cumulatively, each ingredient in Purayati’ s Vitamins for Eye Health is dedicated to “healthy eyes”. Let’s understand the benefits provided by these vitamins in detail: Reduces the risk of Glaucoma: A common condition associated with diabetes is glaucoma, where the optic nerve is damaged which eventually leads to vision loss. Studies have proven that regular intake of vitamins has reduced the risk of vision loss associated due to diabetes. This aspect particularly makes it mandatory for Indians as India leads the world-wide statistics with respect to a number of diabetes patients and potential diabetes patients.
Avoiding dry eyes: For individuals who are working in India’s fast-growing IT or ITES, or consulting or designing field or any field which involves staring at electronic screens are often advised to blink to avoid dryness of eyes. Studies have proven that eye drops containing Vitamin A are beneficial in treating dry eyes. Hence, regular intake of Vitamin A may also help reduce the occurrence of this condition.
Reduces the risk of loss of vision from age-related disorders such as Macular Degeneration: The consumption of vitamins slows the process of vision loss due to increasing age. This particular benefit has been successfully proven via a study conducted by the renowned National Eye Institute, USA.
Slows the loss of peripheral vision: A four-year-long study conducted at the prestigious Harvard Medical School concluded that a combination of vitamin A and lutein helps prolong vision in people suffering from retinitis pigmentosa RP which is a genetic disorder where individuals face vision problems in low light.
How the deficiency of vitamins affects Eyes Health - Lack of these vitamins may not have an immediate impact on anyone’s eyes but gradually it could lead to the following conditions: Night Blindness: Lack of vitamins leads to dryness of the cornea which leads to the formation of corneal ulcers, and ultimately vision loss. Macular degeneration: The loss of vision in the retina in individuals above the age of 60 presents an alarming scenario as it is believed to be one of the leading causes of blindness after cataracts and glaucoma. The deficiency of vital vitamins aggravates this condition among the elderly. In addition, the other conditions discussed above such as age-related eyesight disorders and the occurrence of cataracts may be aggravated due to the lack of vitamins in our bodies. Most of these conditions are untreatable, barring Cataracts, where the solution is surgery.