Age related eye disease is one of the fastest growing health concerns in North America. Protection against visual deterioration begins with the correct antioxidants.

Eye Health and Antioxidants:
The ability to see depends on a series of actions beginning with the light being reflected from an object onto the cornea, which is a clear film covering the iris and pupil. The light rays come to a sharp focus on the retina, at the back of the eye, and particularly on the macula, which is the most sensitive part of the retina. On the retina, light rays are converted to electrical impulses, which are transmitted through the optic nerve to the brain, where the image is translated and understood. At every stage of the process, each part of the eye is fed by tiny blood vessels carrying oxygen and nutrients. Eye health depends largely on healthy blood flow to all its parts. Relatively speaking, the amount of blood flow through the eye is the greatest in the body. Chief among the nutrients required for eye health are antioxidants from a variety of sources.




 

For the maintenance of good health. A factor in the normal development and maintenance of bones, cartilage, gums and teeth. A factor in wound healing.

• Ester-C® is a unique, patented form of calcium ascorbate, which is made when ascorbic acid (regular vitamin C) is buffered with calcium using a water-based process

 • The calcium in Ester-C® provides part of your daily calcium requirements

 • Ester-C® contains active vitamin C metabolites including L-threonate which enhance cellular absorption and retention

 • Ester-C® is the only form of vitamin C that has been proven to last up to 24 hours in the white blood cells of the immune system

 • Less acidic and easier on the stomach than ascorbic acid

 • Enhanced with quercetin, a bioflavonoid and powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory and anti-histamine properties

 • Added bioflavonoids from berry fruits for superior vitamin C absorption

 • Arabinogalactan is a type of polysaccharide that offers additional immune support during stressful times and the cold and flu season

 • Ester-C® has a clinically proven higher bioavailability and retention rate than other forms of vitamin C

 • Formulated with citrus-free ingredients for people wishing to avoid citrus

An important factor in the prevention of bone loss in men and women.

Vitamin D is produced naturally when our skin is exposed to strong sunlight. However, in the northern hemisphere this type of natural light is not available during much of the year, therefore Canadians are at a greater risk of deficiency. Other at-risk groups include seniors, people with darker skin, vegans and those on a low protein diet. Health professionals in Canada estimate that increased vitamin D blood levels would reduce incidence of a variety of conditions, including osteoporosis, cardiovascular diseases, multiple sclerosis, pneumonia and cancer. Adequate levels of both vitamin C and vitamin D are important for the prevention of many chronic health conditions.