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Essential Vitamins

The recipe for healthy eyes.

Vitamin A

Maintains night vision. Essential for the day-to-day vision.

Can be found in: Liver, egg yolk, fish oil, kidney, milk fat, dark green fruits and vegetables.

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)

Studies have shown that people who take Thiamine are less likely to get cataracts.

Can be found in: Pork, liver, whole-grain, enriched cereals and breads, legumes, potatoes, wheat and germ.

Vitamin E

Nutrients C, E and Zinc Oxide are antioxidants, which prevent lens deterioration.

Can be found in: Wheat germ, vegetable oils, Egg yolk, milk fat, green leafy vegetables and nuts.

Vitamin C

Nutrients C, E and Zinc Oxide are antioxidants, which prevent lens deterioration.

Can be found in: Tomatoes, Fruits (especially citrus),melon, raw cabbage, green leafy vegetables and peppers.

Zinc Oxide

Nutrients C, E and Zinc Oxide are antioxidants, which prevent lens deterioration.

Can be found in: Oysters, Shellfish, Eggs, Legumes, herring, liver and milk.

Lutein and Zeaxanthin

Protects the eyes from sun damage. Particularly helpful for people with blue, green or hazel-coloured eyes.

Can be found in: Green leaves of spinach, Kale, Collards, mustard greens, amaranth, spirulina, marigold flower petals and red paprika.

B2 (Riboflavin)

Alleviates eye fatigue.

Can be found in: Green vegetables, liver, Wheat germ, eggs and cheese.

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