Bilberry Standardized Extract 40mg - 90 Caps

Bilberry Standardized Extract 40mg - 90 Caps

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BILBERRY STANDARDIZED EXTRACT FROM NATURAL FACTORS

Bilberry is herbal help for visual acuity problems, vascular disorders, especially fragile capillaries, helpful for hemorrhoids and diarrhea. Natural Factors Bilberry Standardized Extract contains 40mg of Bilberry Extract and 305mg of Bilberry 5:1 Powder per capsule! Bilberry extract has become the leading herbal recommendation for the maintenance of healthy vision and for the treatment of many eye diseases. [CAPS]

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Each capsule contains:
40mg
Bilberry Extract (Vaccinium myrtillus) (fruit) (Standardized to 36% Anthocyanidins)
305mg
Bilberry 5:1 Powder (Vaccinium myrtillus) (fruit)
Non medicinal ingredients:
Gelatin capsule (gelatin, purified water),microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable grade magnesium stearate (lubricant)

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90 Caps

Dosage

1-3 capsules daily or as directed by a health care practitioner.

Important Information

Contains no artificial preservatives, color or sweeteners; no corn, dairy, starch, wheat or yeast.

Highlights
  • Herbal help for visual acuity problems, vascular disorders, especially fragile capillaries
  • Can be helpful for hemorrhoids & diarrhea
  • Leading herbal recommendation for maintenance of healthy vision and for the treatment of many eye diseases

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Based in British Columbia, Natural Factors Canada is one of the largest manufacturers of nutritional products in North America. Natural Factor Supplements origins reach back to the 1950s, & right from day one, they've been fully committed to making products right. Today, Natural Factors vitamins brings you tested and true products like Acidophilus and Bifidus, Ultimate Multi Probiotics, RX Omega-3, Theracurmin, PGX Daily, Whey Factors Protein and Oil of Oregano all of which you can BUY right here at National Nutrition.ca.

BILBERRY


Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) is the European cousin to the blueberry and contains active ingredients that support vision. It was frequently used by World War II RAF pilots to enhance night vision.

Studies with bilberry show that it helps eyes adapt to the dark, especially after prolonged exposure to bright light and improves visual acuity in dim light. The active ingredients in bilberry, anthocyanosides, are a group of flavonoids that increase the production and integrity of collagen, a protein that forms connective tissue in the body. Bilberry is also used to treat artery, vein and capillary disorders. Bilberry extract has become the leading herbal recommendation for the maintenance of healthy vision and for the treatment of many eye diseases.

Bilberry became valued as a medicinal agent during World War II when British pilots claimed that eating bilberries improved their visual acuity, night vision and ability to adapt to glare. Scientific studies have backed up these testimonials by uncovering bilberry's antioxidant properties. Free radicals are unstable molecules that in their bid to become more stable must bump into healthy cells and cause damage.
Bilberry's antioxidant properties neutralize free radicals and therefore reduce damage to vessels all over the body, including those in the eye. Cataracts are caused by free radical damage in the lens of the eye and therefore bilberry can treat cataracts. Other eye problems that are also helped by bilberry are: macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, night blindness and myopia.

Bilberry has anti-aging properties because as an antioxidant it protects the body against environmental pollutants other substances that and lead to aging. Bilberry also stabilizes the connective tissue called collagen. Thus it is beneficial for conditions of collagen instability in the vascular system such as varicose veins, phlebitis and heart disease. Finally, bilberry inhibits blood clotting and can be useful to increase circulation in cases of atherosclerosis and diabetes.

The berries of the bilberry plant contain the greatest concentration of the medicinally active ingredients, anthocyanadins. Supplements often contain the whole plant in encapsulated form. By purchasing supplements standardized to anthocyanadins one can be sure that there are some dried berries in the formula. Bilberry can be found in formulas for enhancing eye health and are often combined with other antioxidants, berries and herbs, such as eyebright.

Bilberry should be used with caution if you are nursing or pregnant. Bilberry can interfere with iron absorption and should not be taken at the same time as iron supplements. Bilberry may alter blood sugar levels and should be used cautiously in diabetics and hypoglycemics.


EYE HEALTH


The eye is a very important sensory organ, which is shown by the fact that a large area of our brain is committed to taking in and understanding visual information. Up to 70% of all of the sensory receptors in the body are in the eyes. Problems with the eyes become more common as we age.

How can we support eye health, throughout our lifetime, so that our vision remains clear and focused?
The eye is a small sphere with a diameter of about 1 inch. Only one sixth of the eye is visible, the rest is protected in the orbital socket. There are many accessory structures of the eye including the eyebrows, eyelids, conjunctiva, lacrimal apparatus and eye muscles. Only a small part of the eye is dedicated to photoreception. This area is on the posterior wall on the inside the eyeball and is called the retina. It contains rods, for dim light and peripheral vision, and cones, for bright light and colour vision. The lens is situated at the front of the eyeball and its job is to focus light on the retina. Glasses are used to help focus light through the lens when the accommodation of the lens is inadequate or overcompensating. As we age, the muscles that move the lens decrease functioning making the use of glasses or contacts more common among older individuals.

There two main causes of degenerative eye conditions:
- Free radical damage
- Decreased blood flow to the eye

Free radicals are unstable molecules that in their bid to become more stable must bump into healthy cells and cause damage. This can cause cell death, alterations in genetic material and autoimmune reactions to damaged cells. Food, water and ultraviolet radiation from the sun are the major contributors of free radicals that build up in the eye.

The eyes reflect the overall health of the body. The vessels on the back of the eyeball are very small and fragile. Changes in them are often the first sign of cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension and atherosclerosis. These conditions lead to decreased blood flow to the retina. Lack of oxygen and an accumulation of waste products eventually compromises vision.

Poor diet, environmental toxins, medications and stress all decrease the body's ability to neutralize free radicals and maintain healthy vessels. This can result in eye degeneration, occurring in the following conditions:

A cataract is a clouding of the eye's lens. It is the most common cause of blindness worldwide. Factors that predispose one to the development of cataracts are old age, diabetes, exposure to radiation or heavy metals, eye injury, the use of medications, like steroids, and heredity.

Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in North America. It is characterized by a rise in the pressure inside the eyeball. The pressure causes compression of the optic nerve and permanent vision changes result. Acute glaucoma attacks can be triggered by stress or dilation of the pupil for long periods of time. The cause of acute glaucoma is a build up of fluid in the eye. Fluid build up occurs because of poor drainage or an increase in production.

Chronic glaucoma results from waste accumulation in the eye, damage from previous eye problems, like cataracts, or the use of medications for high blood pressure and depression. Cortisone use can also lead to glaucoma.

Macular degeneration is the leading cause of visual loss in North America. It is caused by free radical damage to the macula, the area of the retina responsible for central vision. Other contributors to macular degeneration are hypertension and arteriosclerosis.

You can optimize your eye health and protect against eye disease in many ways, including:
- Have regular vision screenings and medical exams
- Follow a healthy dietary plan.
- Reduce the accumulation of toxins and waste products with regular organ detoxification.
- Have a balanced lifestyle with time for exercise and relaxation.
- Minimize exposure to the sun when your eyes are unprotected and do not smoke.
- Use appropriate nutritional and herbal supplements.

Vision screenings are an important part of maintaining eye health because vision changes can be gradual and may not be noticeable to an individual in normal daily activities. General physical exams, by your health care provider, include fundoscopy, an examination of the retina. This inspection may reveal precursors to eye disease, such as small changes in the retinal vessels.

A diet high in antioxidants including whole grains, raw fruits and raw vegetables decreases free radical damage. Eat foods containing lutein and zeaxanthin like broccoli, collards, kale, mustard greens, spinach and turnip greens. Eat foods rich in flavinoids and vitamins C and E like blueberries, blackberries, cherries, and other fruits and vegetables. Yellow fruits and vegetables should be consumed for their vitamin A content.

Support the cardiovascular system to decrease arteriosclerosis, prevent hypertension and maximize eye health. Avoid salt, sugar and animal fats. Consume foods that are high in vitamin E, like avocados and wheat germ, to protect the vessels. Essential fatty acids decrease cholesterol levels. Try using flax seed, walnut or pumpkin seed oil.

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