Eye health

Blackmores Lutein Defence™ contains antioxidants Lutein and Zeaxanthin. It supports eye and retina health, eye macula health and supports general health and wellbeing.

Lutein: 10 mg

Lutein is a carotenoid nutrient that belongs to xanthophylls family. Xanthophylls are a group of plant pigments responsible for many of the bright coloured fruits and vegetables. Lutein is found in dark green leafy vegetables like spinach and kale.

Zeaxanthin: 2 mg

Zeaxanthin is a carotenoid nutrient that belongs to xanthophylls family and is closely related to lutein. Xanthophylls are a group of plant pigments responsible for many of the bright coloured fruits and vegetables. Zeaxanthin is found in sweet corn, persimmons, orange capsicums and oranges.

Dosage

Adults – Take 1 tablet a day with a meal as professionally prescribed

Children under 18 years old – Only as professionally prescribed

• Always read the label
• Follow the directions for use
• Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate
• If you have any pre-existing conditions, or are on any medications always talk to your health professional before use
• Some products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional

Provides nutrients that form the protective macular pigment of the eye, which may help to protect the health of the eye.

Tagetes erecta (marigold): extract equivalent to dry flower 500mg

(standardised to contain lutein esters calculated as lutein 5 mg)

Selenomethionine (Selenium 50 microgram): 124 microgram

Selenium is a trace element that acts a cofactor of antioxidant enzymes. Selenium makes it's way into the food chain through incorporation into plants from soil, leading to a variation in the amount of selenium in human adults around the world depending on the selenium content of the soils and crops in different locations. Selenium food sources include brewer's yeast, wheat germ, fish, seafood, Brazil nuts and garlic.

Zeaxanthin: 1 mg

Zeaxanthin is a carotenoid nutrient that belongs to xanthophylls family and is closely related to lutein. Xanthophylls are a group of plant pigments responsible for many of the bright coloured fruits and vegetables. Zeaxanthin is found in sweet corn, persimmons, orange capsicums and oranges.

Concentrated omega-3 triglycerides-fish oil: 850 mg containing omega-3 marine triglycerides 528 mg

Containing omega-3 marine triglycerides 528 mg as: Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)352 mg Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)176 mg

Dosage

Adults – take 2 capsules a day with meals, or as professionally prescribed.

Children - under 12 years only as professionally prescribed.

• Always read the label
• Follow the directions for use
• Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate
• Contains fish and sulfites
• This product contains selenium which is toxic in high doses. A daily dose of 150 microgram for adults of selenium from dietary supplements should not be exceeded
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding consult your health professional before use
• If you have any pre-existing conditions, or are on any medications always talk to your health professional before use
• Some products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional