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

Blackmores Bilberry Eye Support Advanced is a high-quality standardised extract sourced from Artic wild -crafted bilberries. It is an antioxidant to reduce free radicals in the body.

Blackmores Bilberry Eye Support Advanced is formulated to relieve eye strain, support blood vessel health and support eye health.

Vaccinium myrtillus (bilberry): dry fruit extract 80 mg, equiv. to fresh fruit 8 g (8000 mg)

(standardised to contain anthocyanosides 29 mg)

Vitis vinifera (grape) : dry seed extract 150 mg, equiv. to dry seed 18 g (18000 mg)

(standardised to contain procyanidins 142.5 mg)

Dosage

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

To help relieve eye strain – Take 2 tablets per day with meals or as professionally prescribed

Children under 18 years old – Only as professionally prescribed

• Always read the label
• Follow the directions for use
• If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional
• Contains sulfites
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding talk to 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

MacuVision® Plus contains antioxidants that help protect against free radical damage in the eye. 

As we age our eyes and macula can become more susceptible to free radical damage.

It contains lutein and zeaxanthin which are deposited in the retina and macula.

In the eye, lutein and zeaxanthin filter (high energy) blue light.

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C): 250 mg

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is a water-soluble antioxidant nutrient involved in many biological processes in the body. Vitamin C is found in a number of fruits and vegetables, great sources are capsicums, blackcurrants, oranges and strawberries.

d-alpha tocopheryl acid succinate (vitamin E 200 IU): 165 mg

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble nutrient that exists in 8 different isomers (forms) of vitamin E alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocopherol; and alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocotrienol. It's main action is as an antioxidant which is responsible for many of it's functions in the body. Vitamin E is found in cold-pressed vegetable oils, nuts and seeds.

Zinc oxide (zinc 40 mg): 49.8 mg

Zinc is an essential trace element that plays a role in every living cell in the body. There are also around 300 enzymes that need zinc for healthy function. Zinc containing foods include meat, eggs, seafood- especially oysters, whole grains and seeds.

Cupric oxide (copper 1 mg): 1.25 mg

Copper is a mineral involved in a number of functions in the body including haemoglobin production and the utilisation of glucose and iron. Food sources of copper include oysters, other shellfish and legumes.

Lutein: 5 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: 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.

Dosage

Adults – Take 1 tablet daily with main meal, or as professionally prescribed.

Children – Not recommended for children under 18 years of age.

• Always read the label
• Follow the directions for use
• Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate
• Contains zinc, which may be dangerous if taken in large amounts or for a long period of time
• Not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding
• Some products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional

Blackmores Macu-Vision® contains antioxidant nutrients Vitamin E, Vitamin C and Zinc. It reduces free radical damage to the body and supports eye macula health and healthy vision.

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C): 250 mg

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is a water-soluble antioxidant nutrient involved in many biological processes in the body. Vitamin C is found in a number of fruits and vegetables, great sources are capsicums, blackcurrants, oranges and strawberries.

d-alpha tocopheryl acid succinate (vitamin E 200 IU): 165 mg

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble nutrient that exists in 8 different isomers (forms) of vitamin E alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocopherol; and alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocotrienol. It's main action is as an antioxidant which is responsible for many of it's functions in the body. Vitamin E is found in cold-pressed vegetable oils, nuts and seeds.

Zinc oxide (zinc 40 mg): 49.8 mg

Zinc is an essential trace element that plays a role in every living cell in the body. There are also around 300 enzymes that need zinc for healthy function. Zinc containing foods include meat, eggs, seafood- especially oysters, whole grains and seeds.

Cupric oxide (copper 1 mg): 1.3 mg

Copper is a mineral involved in a number of functions in the body including haemoglobin production and the utilisation of glucose and iron. Food sources of copper include oysters, other shellfish and legumes.

Dosage

Adults – Take 1 tablet daily with main meal, or as professionally prescribed.

Children – Not recommended for children under 18 years of age.

• Always read the label
• Follow the directions for use
• Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate
• Contains zinc, which may be dangerous if taken in large amounts or for a long period of time
• Not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding
• 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

Blackmores Vitamin A 5000 is a source of vitamin A, which is important for day and night vision. Vitamin A is also essential for healthy skin and the maintenance of healthy mucous membranes.

Retinyl palmitate (vitamin A 5000 IU): (1.5 mg retinol equivalents) 2.75 mg

Vitamin A is a fat-souble antioxidant required for a large number of biological processes. Vitamin A is found in red meat, eggs and dairy products.

Dosage

Adults – Take 1 capsule a day with a meal, 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
• The recommended adult daily amount of vitamin A from all sources is 700 microgram retinol equivalents for women and 900 microgram retinol equivalents for men. When taken in excess of 3000 microgram retinol equivalents vitamin A can cause birth defects. If you are pregnant, or considering becoming pregnant, do not take vitamin A supplements without consulting your doctor, pharmacist or health professional
• If you have any pre-existing conditions or are on any medications always talk to your healthcare professional before use
• Some products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional