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Eye Health

Macular pigment and retinal protection.

Ranked by evidence strength across reported benefits.

Fatty Acid#1· strong

Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)

Marine long-chain omega-3s — the most-studied anti-inflammatory and cardiovascular nutrient.

Vitamin#2· strong

Vitamin A (Retinol)

Fat-soluble vitamin essential for vision, immune function, and epithelial integrity.

Herb#3· strong

Saffron

Culinary spice with antidepressant effects comparable to SSRIs in mild-moderate depression.

Compound#4· strong

Lutein & Zeaxanthin

Macular carotenoids that filter blue light and reduce AMD progression.

Compound#5· strong

Lutein + Zeaxanthin

Macular xanthophylls — protect retina from blue light and oxidative damage.

Compound#6· strong

Idebenone

Synthetic CoQ10 analog with better water solubility; used in LHON.

Compound#7· strong

Meso-Zeaxanthin

Central macular carotenoid not present in typical diet.

Compound#8· moderate

Hyaluronic Acid

Glycosaminoglycan supporting skin hydration and joint lubrication.

Compound#9· moderate

Astaxanthin

Algal carotenoid that is the strongest membrane antioxidant; UV and eye protection.

Compound#10· moderate

Astaxanthin

Algae-derived xanthophyll — most potent natural antioxidant; UV/eye/skin support.

Compound#11· moderate

Astaxanthin (Eye dose)

Carotenoid that crosses BBB and accumulates in ciliary body.

Herb#12· moderate

Bilberry

Anthocyanin-rich berry traditionally used for night vision and vascular support.

Herb#13· moderate

Saffron (Crocus sativus)

Crocin-rich spice with antidepressant effects comparable to SSRIs in mild–moderate depression.

Herb#14· moderate

Saffron (Eye)

Crocin-rich saffron studied for AMD and visual function.

Compound#15· moderate

Blackcurrant Anthocyanins

Anthocyanin-rich berry extract for night vision and eye fatigue.

Herb#16· moderate

Bilberry Anthocyanins

Vaccinium myrtillus for eye health.

Compound#17· moderate

Lutein

Macular xanthophyll for eye health.

Compound#18· moderate

Zeaxanthin

Macular xanthophyll partner to lutein.

Compound#19· moderate

Astaxanthin (Haematococcus)

Algae carotenoid antioxidant.

Fatty Acid#20· moderate

DHA-Dominant Fish Oil

High-DHA for brain health.

Amino Acid#21· limited

L-Carnosine

Dipeptide that buffers protons and reduces advanced glycation end-products.