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20/20 Viscleartm has been formulated to work with the body,
enhancing its ability to maintain the eye health and avoid
degenerative disorders, including cataracts and macular degenerative.
20/20 Viscleartm contains twenty (20) natural ingredients
that have been researched thoroughly and selected
for their role in improving the structure and function of the eye,
in particular the macula, retina and lens.
Each ingredient is pharmaceutical quality, which insures
maximum bioavailably. 20/20 Viscleartm is encapsulated in
vegetable starch based capsules for quick dissolution and
maximum potency.
General Consideration
• Thirteen million Americans suffer from age related macular
degeneration, the number one cause of blindness in men
and women over the age of 50. Age related macular degeneration
results in 300,000 cases of irreversible blindness
every year.
• Approximately four million Americans have vision impairing
cataracts and at least 40,000 are completely blind due
to cataracts.
• Approximately 2 million Americans suffer from glaucoma,
the result of their failure to get regular eye checkups. One
in four with this debilitating condition will become blind.
• According to estimates of the American Optometric Association,
from data compiled by the National Center for Health
Statistics, 90% of the U.S. population over four years of
age have some degree of visual dysfunction. Approximately
50% of these individuals wear corrective eye glasses or
contact lenses.
• “The dietary intake of specific vitamins and carotenoids
can lead to their accumulation in the retina and prevent
against retinal degeneration” says author Steven G. Pralt,
MD. FACS, a senior staff Ophthalmologist at Scripps
Memorial Hospital in La Jolla, Ca.
• Research has shown that specific antioxidants may prevent
the development dry Age Related Macular Degeneration
(ARMD). Antioxidants can also help decrease the
risk of developing wet ARMD.
• Cataracts can result when an inadequacy of antioxidants
allow free radicals to damage sulphydryl proteins in the
lens. Studies have shown that antioxidant supplements
can protect the lens against forming cataracts.
• Certain ingredients have also been shown to be beneficial
in assisting body’s natural recovery and healing processes
after eye surgery.
Key Ingredients in 20/20 Viscleartm
Vitamin A (25,000 IU)
One of four retinal photo-pigments, Vitamin A and is essential
for photo-transduction. It normalizes and protects the eye’s
epithelial cells, including the retinal pigment epithelium.
Beta Carotene (5,000 IU)
From Dunaliella & Spirulina (vegetable algae)
Physiologically and medically, natural beta carotene functions
as a potent radical quenching antioxidant. Gram for gram,
dunaliella contains approximately 100 times more beta carotene
than carrots. The betacarotene used in 20/20 Viscleartm
contains 9-CIS Beta Carotene, a highly fat soluble, non-crystallized
carotenoid.
Due to sunlight, this powerful antioxidant quencher of singlet
oxygen free radicals is especially prone to be found in the eye
structure. Beta carotene is important for health of the epithelial
portion of the lens.
Floraglotm Lutein (6 mg)
Patent # 5, 382, 714 & 5, 648, 564
Lutein is the predominant carotenoid found in green leafy
vegetables such as broccoli, brussel sprouts, spinach, corn
and pumpkins. Scientist have documented more evidence of
its biological antioxidant activity in blood serum than they have
for other carotenoids. Lutein is deposited in the macular region
of the eye. Deterioration of this pigment has been correlated
with the onset of Age Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD),
the lending cause of irreversible blindness among adults over
50.
20/20 Viscleartm contains a purified form of lutein extracted
from marigolds (which gives them their color), and purified by
an exclusive patented process (U.S. Patent # 5, 382, 714).
Because of this process, our lutein has been trademarked
Floraglotm. It offers a level of lutein equivalent to or higher than
that found in fresh vegetables and fruits. The 6 mg. level is
equivalent to eating approximately 14 ounces of pumpkin.
Lyco-o-mato Lycopene (6 mg.)
Lycopene is one of the 600 known carotenoids found in plants.
Five carotenoids are commonly found in human plasma from ingesting plant foods. They are alpha carotene, betacarotene,
lutein, beta-cryptoxanthin and lycopene.
The major source of lycopene is found in tomatoes and tomato
based products. Other food sources are watermelon,
guava, papaya apricots, pink grapefruit and blood oranges. 85%
of the dietary intake of lycopene, however, comes from tomatoes
and tomato products.
According to a 1996 study, the intake of lycopene in American
averages approximately 3.1 mg. to 3.7 mg. a day. Other
populations have even lower intakes, with an average intake
estimated to be 1.3 mg/day in Germany, 1.1 mg/day in Great
Britain and 0.7 mg/day in Finland. Intake is generally higher in
males than females and decreases with age. The highest
intake was for American children 12 to 19 due to their higher
intake of ketchup, pizza and pasta with tomato sauces. However,
these sources are filled with sugar, highly processed white
flour, cholesterol fat and loads of calories, hardly the best
sources.
Lycopene has been demonstrated to be the most potent of all
the carotenoids in quenching singlet oxygen, a highly reactive
and short lived molecule capable of causing extensive cell
damage. Plasm levels of lycopene are influenced by dietary
intake, age, gender, hormonal status, body mass & composition,
blood lipid levels, smoking, alcohol and holesterollowering
drugs.
Lycopene is concentrated in the liver, prostate, adrenal glands
and testes. Over 80% is concentrated in the adrenal glands
and testes. A higher concentration of lycopene in the organs
suggests a relationship to biological function. Several studies
have shown that the consumption of tomato products may
reduce the risk of certain types of cancers, particularly prostate
cancer. As the consumption of tomato products increases,
the relative risk of cancer decreases.
The Ly-o-matotm brand of lycopene used in Ultra Clear 20tm,
is patented and is derived from non-genetically altered
tomatoes (G.M.O. free). This standardized lycopene contains
a group of important tomato phytochemicals such as toco
phenols, phyto steroids and carotenoids (phytofluene, phytoene
and zeta-carotene.
Spirulina (10 mg.)
Hawaiian blue-green algae
In addition to it is very high carotenoid/phytonutrient activity,
spirulina provides a full range of B vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B6, B)
and folic and pantothenic acid. Its highly digestible protein
makes it a good source amino acids and structural proteins.
Grape Seed Extract (5 mg.)
Standardized 95% OPC
Grape seed extract is a rich source of one of the most beneficial
groups of plant flavonoids - the proanthocyanidens. These
flavonoids exert many health promoting effects. Collectively,
mixtures of proanthocyaniden dimers, trimers, tetramers and
larger molecules are referred to as procyanidolic oligomers or
PCO for short.
PCO extract has demonstrated a wide range of pharmacological
activity. These effects include an ability to increase intracellular vitamin C levels, decrease capillary permeability
and fragility, scavenge oxidants and free radicals and inhibit
destruction of collagen. Clinical studies have shown positive
results in the treatment of disorders of the retina, including
diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.
Bilberry Extract (25mg.)
Standardized 25% anthocyanosides
10:1 concentrate (equivalent to 250 mg.)
• Helps reduce near-sightedness
• Reinforces the portion of the retina responsible for adaptation
from dark to light and vice versa
• Improves night vision
• Helps reverse diabetic retinopathy
• Has a strong affinity for pigmented epithelium of the retina
(optical or functional portion of retina) where it reinforces
collagen structures and prevents free-radical damage
• Contains high levels of anthocyanosides widely used for
clinical applications, including treatment of poor day vision,
glaucoma and macular degeneration.
Gingko Biloba (5 mg.)
Standardized
• Helps to prevent ischemia and free-radical damage to the
retina and macula
• Has been shown to be helpful in the treatment of macula
degeneration Gingko heterosides exert powerful antioxidant
and free-radical scavenging activity with significant
specificity for the eye
• Reduces vascular insufficiency associated with ageing and
atherosclerosis
Increases cerebral blood-flow, and helps oxygenation of
brain cells
• Inhibits platelet aggregation
Eyebright (Euphrasia officinalis) (5 mg.)
This popular herb has been used for over 2000 years in the
treatment of eye diseases and to restore poor vision. Known
to reduce soreness and inflammation of the eyes
Helps arrest abnormal discharge, counteract infection and
strengthen eye tissues.
Folklore says it brings sparkle to the eyes
Bioperinetm (5 mg.)
Standarized 95% Piperine
US Patent #5, 536,506, 5,744.161
Bioperinetm is referred to as nature’s thermonutrient and
bioavailbility enhancer. Clinical studies show that Biopenrine
interacts directly with the intestinal epithelial cells, increasing
their ability to absorb food and nutrients.
Beta carotene absorption varies among humans, with some
individuals consistently absorbing it well, while others do not.
Recently a bio-availability study showed that using 5 mg. of
Bioperinetm with 15 mg. of beta carotene once a day increased
the blood levels of beta carotene almost twofold These results
indicate that Bioperinetm possesses the potential to increase
the bio-availability of other nutrients as well.
Selenium (L-Selenomethione) (70 mg.)
The human lens’ glutathione peroxidase is selenium-dependent.
Studies show that the selenium content in the human
lens with cataracts is only 15% of normal. Selenium also
protects the cell, the mitochondria, the microsomoe and the
lysosome membranes from lipid peroxidation damage. Selenium
is closely related to vitamin E in many of its antioxidant
functions. It is very important in the treatment of ARMD.
OptiZinctm (10 mg.)
Zinc is an important antioxidant vital for normal lens function
and integrity. Therefore, it is an important nutrient in the
treatment of macular degeneration. Zinc is distributed in all
tissue, with substantial concentrations in the eyes, particularly
the retina, iris and choroid. It helps maintain normal vitamin
A levels and is important for insulin activity, immune function,
wound healing and synthesis of protein and DNA.
The optimum ratio of Zinc to Copper is 10:1.
Copper Gluconate (1 mg.)
The beneficial effects of copper relate to its role as the metallo
portion in several enzymes. The two enzymes with the greatest
clinical relevance are lysyl-oxidase (required in the normal
cross-linking of collagen and elastin) and super oxide dismutase
(SOD) which breaks down the super oxide free radical. A copper
deficiency is associated with poor collagen integrity. This poor
integrity manifests itself in the rupture of blood vessels, brain
disturbances, increased lipid peroxidation, elevated LDL
cholesterol and reduced HDL cholesterol levels and impaired
immune function. As stated previously, the proper ratio of copper
to zinc is 1:10.
Taurine (75 mg.)
This amino acid is important in retinol functioning. It appears
to protect photoreceptors and regulate signal transduction.
Retinol pathologies, including diminished ERGs and
morphologic changes have been observed when taurine is
deficient.
L-Glutathione (5 mg.)
A powerful antioxidant compound found in very high concentrations
in the lens of the eye where it maintains reduced sulphur
bond protein. It protects the lens against damage by toxins
and has been found to be diminished in virtually all forms of
cataracts. It also plays a major role as an antioxidant in the
prevention of ARMD.
N-Acetyl Cystine (50 mg.)
The key component of the body’s antioxidant defence system.
It is a powerful free radical scavenger and has the ability to
chelate heavy metals. It is know to increase the tissue levels
of glutathione and protect the liver against dysfunction and
hepatotoxicity.
L-Glycine (25mg.)
Glutathione is produced by the contribution of three amino acids:
glutamic acid, cysteine and glycine. Glycine is one of the few
amino acids that helps spare glucose for energy by improving
glycogen storage. It is important for brain metabolism, where
it has a calming effect. Glycine is needed for the synthesis of
the hemoglobin molecule, collagen and glutathione. When
blood fat or uric acid levels are too high, it helps clear or utilize
these substances. Glycine has also been shown to be helpful
in reducing gastric acidity.
Alpha Lipoic Acid (10 mg.)
A powerful antioxidant that is both fat and water soluble. It
regenerates or mimics other less powerful antioxidants like
vitamin C and vitamin E and raises glutathione levels. |
