Macushield Capsules, 90 Count (Pack of 1)

Product Information

Food Supplements are intended to supplement the diet and should not be substituted for a varied diet or healthy lifestyle. Macushield is a food supplement and should not be taken in place of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. If you have any health problems or questions regarding the suitability of any product please contact a health professional. Meso-zeaxanthin is naturally occurring in the human food chain, found in several species of fish to date. Developed in collaboration with leading eye experts, our MacuShield Original+ formula contains all three macular carotenoids; Lutein (10mg), Zeaxanthin (2mg) and Meso-zeaxanthin (10mg).

MacuShield ® Original is a lutein (10mg), zeaxanthin (2mg) and meso-zeaxanthin (10mg) one-a-day, easy to take, food supplement which combines all three macular carotenoids in a formula developed in collaboration with leading eye experts. While we try to ensure that product information is correct, on occasion manufacturers may alter their ingredient lists. Yes, MacuShield® Original and MacuShield® Gold do not contain any sucrose (sugar) and may be taken by diabetics.Meso-zeaxanthin is the 3rd component of the macular pigment and is only found at the centre where vision is sharpest. Good Health Naturally Taurine Spray is a taurine supplement for the eyes and is thought to protect the eyes against both ultraviolet light and toxic substances. These plant compounds found in Macushield capsules are antioxidants that neutralise free radicals originating from smoking, pollution, fried foods and most importantly blue light and oxidative stress. Macular Pigment – The dietary carotenoids lutein, zeaxanthin and meso-zeaxanthin accumulate at the macula where they are collectively known as macular pigment. Safety Warning Ladies who are pregnant or breast feeding should consult their doctor before using MacuShield.

These molecules, which include free radicals, are produced naturally in the body through oxygen metabolism. Many people have been told that they suffer from blepharitis, which is a condition which affects the eyelids, causing soreness, redness, crusting and swelling of the lid margin.While every care has been taken to ensure this information is always as accurate as possible, food products are regularly improved and nutrition content may occasionally change. MacuShield is a lutein (10mg), zeaxanthin (2mg) and meso-zeaxanthin (10mg) once-a-day, easy to take, food supplement which combines all three macula carotenoids in a unique formula developed in collaboration with leading eye health experts.

Meso-zeaxanthin is made in the retina from lutein, however it is thought that some people are unable to do this. Meso-zeaxanthin is being recognised as a more powerful neutraliser of free radicals than either lutein or zeaxanthin. Lutein – A natural carotenoid entirely of dietary origin, which accumulates at the macula at the back of the eye. Ingredients: Bulking agent: Sunflower seed oil, capsule shell (gelling agent: bovine gelatin, humectant: glycerol, colour: red iron oxide E172), marigold extract (of which 15% is combined lutein, meso-zeaxanthin, dl-alphatocopherol, zeaxanthin), thickener: beeswax yellow, riboflavin.

A study in Germany has found that regular 'eye training' can lead to improvements in reducing areas of vision loss that occur in glaucoma. It acts like the film in a camera; images come through the eyes’ lens and are focused on the retina. It combines all three Macula carotenoids in a formula developed in collaboration with leading eye experts.

A recent study from the US showed that the antioxidant properties of macular pigment is enhanced when meso-zeaxanthin is present.MacuShield Gold combines these three macular carotenoids in a unique formula that also contains zinc, copper, vitamin C and a natural form of vitamin E to help maintain normal vision. We would therefore recommend you do not solely rely on this information and always read the product label.