The following scientific references support the research and development of the VisionHero™ eye health and vision support formula.
"Lutein and Zeaxanthin and Their Role in Eye Health and Vision Protection" – Ma L, Lin XM. (Molecular Nutrition & Food Research, 2010)
"The Effect of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Dry Eye Syndrome and Retinal Health" – Miljanović B, et al. (American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 2005)
"Astaxanthin as a Protective Nutrient for Retinal Cells and Visual Function" – Nakajima Y, et al. (Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Nutrition, 2008)
"Vitamin A Deficiency and the Impact on Visual Function" – Sommer A. (Nutrition Reviews, 2008)
"Macular Pigment Lutein and Zeaxanthin in Relation to Age-Related Macular Degeneration" – Landrum JT, Bone RA. (Progress in Retinal and Eye Research, 2001)
"Blue Light Filtration by Lutein and Zeaxanthin: Implications for Visual Performance" – Stringham JM, Hammond BR Jr. (Journal of Ophthalmology, 2008)
"The Role of Zinc and Antioxidants in Preventing Macular Degeneration" – Age-Related Eye Disease Study Research Group (Archives of Ophthalmology, 2001)
"Astaxanthin’s Effect on Visual Accommodation and Eye Fatigue" – Nakamura A, et al. (Journal of Clinical Therapeutics & Medicine, 2004)
"Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Retinal Function: Mechanisms and Clinical Evidence" – SanGiovanni JP, Chew EY. (Progress in Retinal and Eye Research, 2005)
"Carotenoids and Retinal Health: Lutein and Zeaxanthin as Visual Protectants" – Krinsky NI, Johnson EJ. (Annual Review of Nutrition, 2005)
"The Protective Effects of Vitamin C and E on Cataract Formation" – Christen WG, et al. (Archives of Ophthalmology, 2008)
"Zeaxanthin Supplementation Improves Visual Function in Early Age-Related Macular Degeneration" – Richer S, et al. (Optometry, 2004)
"The Role of Oxidative Stress in Retinal Degeneration and the Protective Role of Antioxidants" – Beatty S, et al. (Survey of Ophthalmology, 2000)
"Astaxanthin Improves Blood Flow in Retinal Capillaries and Visual Acuity" – Kajita M, et al. (Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Nutrition, 2009)
"Vitamin E and the Prevention of Age-Related Macular Degeneration" – Taylor HR, et al. (BMJ, 2002)
"Lutein Supplementation and Visual Performance in Healthy Subjects" – Olmedilla B, et al. (American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 2001)
"Zinc Supplementation and Visual Function in the Elderly" – Newsome DA, et al. (Archives of Ophthalmology, 1988)
"Astaxanthin and Its Neuroprotective Effects on the Retina" – Tso MO, Lam TT. (Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin, 1996)
"Lutein and Zeaxanthin as Antioxidants in the Eye: Implications for Retinal Health" – Bernstein PS, et al. (Journal of Molecular Vision, 2001)
"The Effect of Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids on Visual Development" – Birch EE, et al. (Vision Research, 1998)
"Astaxanthin Supplementation Improves Visual Accommodation in Eye Fatigue" – Nagaki Y, et al. (Journal of Clinical Therapeutics & Medicine, 2002)
"Antioxidant Nutrients and the Risk of Cataract and Macular Degeneration" – Chiu CJ, et al. (Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science, 2007)
"The Role of Retinal Carotenoids in Visual Performance and Protection Against Light Damage" – Hammond BR Jr., et al. (Journal of Nutrition, 2013)
"Lutein and Visual Processing Speed: Evidence from Clinical Trials" – Stringham JM, Johnson EJ. (Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, 2015)
"Astaxanthin’s Anti-Inflammatory Effects in Ocular Tissues" – Ohgami K, et al. (Experimental Eye Research, 2003)
Note: These references are provided for educational purposes. Individual results may vary, and these statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. VisionHero™ products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
