120 capsules

Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus), Eyebright (Euphrasia officinalis), Lycii Berries (Lycium barbarum L), Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum morifolium), and Cassia seed (Cassia obtusifolia L) have been traditionally used to treat eye conditions in both Western and Chinese medicines.

Bilberry, studies following WWII supported the wisdom of British Royal Air force pilots who had eaten bilberry preserves before heading out on night missions; many users believe bilberry can indeed improve visual activity, so it may have helped the pilots to adjust to darkness and light more quickly. It has also been used for other eye complaints, including cataracts and glaucoma, have subsequently been treated with the herb in Europe. Bilberry has a rich reserve of valuable reddish-blue flavonoid pigments called anthocyanoides. Findings from animal studies and human trials indicating that concentrated anthocyanoside-containing berry extracts improve visual acuity, help correct day blindness or chronic eye fatigue, and protect against other eye disorders such as glaucoma and cataracts. Experts hypothesize that anthocyanosides benefit these conditions primarily by boosting oxygen and blood supply to the eye. In one study, nearly all of the fifty individuals with senile cortical cataracts who supplemented their diets with vitamin E and bilberry extract experienced a halt in progression of their condition.

As the cells in our circulatory system age, the cell membranes become damaged by oxygen free radicals. This weakens the cells making them less flexible and decreasing their lifespan. The antioxidants in bilberry protect two types of cells that are vital to capillary circulation: the cells that make up the capillary walls themselves, called endothelial cells, and the red blood cells that carry oxygen and nourishment through the capillaries to the tissues. Bilberry extract increases the flexibility of the cell walls of both types of cells. This makes capillaries more distensible, that is, better able to stretch without breaking, and makes blood cells more deformable, enabling them to squeeze through tighter spaces. This combination of effects allows more blood cells and thus more oxygen, to reach the tissues, including the retina of the eye.

In addition to bilberry, grape seed extract is also added to further enhance the antioxidative benefit. It has been reported to possess a broad spectrum of biological, pharmacological and therapeutic activities against free radicals and oxidative stress. By assessing the concentration- or dose-dependent free radical scavenging ability of a grape seed proanthocyanidin extract, the results demonstrate that GSPE provides excellent protection against oxidative stress and free radical-mediated tissue injury.

Eyebright has a long history of herbal use in the treatment of eye problems and is still in current herbal use. In an unabridged republication of the work originally published by Harcourt, Brace & Company in 1931. The astringent chemicals known as tannins contained in eyebright may shrink and tighten the top layers of mucous membranes, thereby reducing mucus secretion, relieving irritation, and improving tissue firmness. As a result, eyebright is thought to help control symptoms such as watery eyes or runny nose associated with allergies.

Lycii berry has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for its blood and yin tonic, lowers cholesterol and blood sugar, and antihepatotoxin properties. It is commonly combined with chrysanthemum flower for blurred vision and poor night vision. It is good for nourishing the liver to sharpen vision. The berries are one of the most important traditional medicines in China. They are used as a general tonic to improve the blood, strengthen the body, treat wasting diseases, protect the liver and specifically to improve eyesight.

In Traditional Chinese Medicines, Chrysanthemum's effects and indications have been recorded as being able to clear heat, disperse wind, soothes the liver and improves vision. It has been used for the common cold, fevers, headaches, conjunctivitis, reddening of the eyes. It is often combined with Lycii berries for blurred vision and poor night vision. In China, the dried flower heads have been used as a tea or as an ingredient of herbal tea for centuries. It is thought to be effective in treating sore eyes, high blood pressure, fevers and microbial infections.

Cassia seed is classified as an herb that can reduce excessive heat inside the body. It is especially good for conditions of the eyes. It will brighten them and relieve pain, congestion, itchiness, redness, or sensitivity to light when caused by wind-heat conditions. It can also be used when there is headache along with some of the above conditions in cases of liver yang rising.

[Medicinal Ingredients]
Each Capsule Contains:
Bilberry 4:1 extract......................................50mg
(Provides 25% Anthocyanins)
Grape Seed Extract....................................20mg
(Provides 95% Proanthocyanidin)
Eyebright......................................................60mg
Lycii Berry....................................................40mg
Chrysanthemum........................................25mg
Cassia Seed...............................................15mg

[Direction]
Adult ­ Take 1 Capsule after meal. 2 times daily

[Caution and Warning]
Do not use if you are pregnant or breasting

(This supplement is not intended to replace any prescription medication or treat medical conditions)