The eye has a hydrolipid barrier: it therefore needs to be supplied with water-soluble antioxidants such as anthocyanins, as well as lipid-soluble ones such as carotenoids, in order to protect the PUFA-rich retina. Lutein, zeaxanthin and meso-zeaxanthin are the three carotenoid pigments most highly-concentrated in the retina: they’re also responsible for the macula’s yellow colour. Eye Pressure Control combines very well with other supplements available to buy at Supersmart Lutein 20 mg, Smart Eyes or Macula Plus, a top of the range formulation with a high carotenoid content.

The foods richest in lutein are primarily dark green vegetables, the kind that are increasingly passed over these days in favour of ultra-processed food. Lutein intake is therefore now significantly lower among Western populations.

Astaxanthin is a natural reddish-pink coloured pigment which belongs to the same carotenoid family as lutein. It is produced by several types of microalgae consumed by zooplankton, and in turn consumed by the latter's predators: pink flamingos, salmon, shrimps (hence their pink colour). It's a pigment that complements lutein perfectly.

• Avoid using corticosteroids in the form of eye drops or oral solutions.
• Prioritise nutrition for eye health by eating a diet high in fresh fruit and vegetables.
• Avoid drinking excessive amounts of fluid at any one time to prevent sudden increases in intraocular pressure.
• Reduce your intake of caffeine and don’t smoke.
• Take regular exercise, avoiding activities which are overly intensive and yoga postures and exercises that involve lowering the head as this can increase pressure in the eyes.
• Protect the eyes from the sun’s UV rays by wearing sunglasses that filter out 100% of UV light.

To prevent any stomach problems, Eye Pressure Control should ideally be taken with, or just after, food.

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Marigold extract, standardised to 25% lutein, is aimed at anyone keen to ensure long term visual acuity and good eye health in general. No side-effects have been reported to date in those taking lutein supplements.

This product’s capsules are composed of HPMC (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), a plant substance derived from cellulose. HPMC is widely used for medicines and dietary supplements. It contains no animal ingredients, is recognised as safe by health authorities and is considered more sustainable than synthetic alternatives.

This product’s capsules are made of pullulan, a natural polysaccharide obtained by fermenting tapioca or corn. Pullulan contains no animal ingredients and provides an excellent barrier to oxygen, helping to preserve the integrity of the capsule’s ingredients. It is also an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic materials.