Macular Active Supplement Vista 20 Tablets

MACULAR active Food supplement of vitamin E, lutein and minerals with ginkgo biloba. Indicated in case of increased need for lutein, zinc, copper, selenium, vitamin E and flavonoids in order to improve the main biochemical processes related to correct retinal and macula lutea functionality.
Lutein
It manifests a dual activity:
- photo protection against blue light,
- neutralization of free radicals and reactive oxygen species.
The body is unable to synthesize Lutein and therefore must take it with the diet. In the eye it is deposited mainly in the central part of the retina (macula) and in the lens, where it is partly transformed into zeaxanthin.
Ginkgo biloba extract
The substances contained in the extract help to improve the blood flow at the retinal level and the perfusion speed, allowing a better concentration of Lutein, Vitamins and Oligoelements at the level of the retinal tissues, especially if there are metabolic and vascular disorders such as those of AMD. Ginkgo biloba extract for a scavenger effect helps to prevent endothelial damage at the level of the capillaries and neuronal damage at the level of photoreceptors caused by free radicals. It also helps improve blood flow by modulating vascular tone, helps reduce plasma viscosity and increase erythrocyte deformability for a haemorheological effect.
Zinc, Copper and Selenium
They have a metabolic effect and help activate the enzymatic complexes on which the body's protection system from oxidative stress is based.
Vitamin E
It is a fat-soluble antioxidant that helps protect the retinal photoreceptors from lipoperoxidation.
It does not contain gluten.

Ingredients

	for 1 tablet
Lutein	10 mg
Ginkgo Biloba	130 mg
Zinc	15 mg
Copper	1.1 mg
Selenium	55 µg
Vitamin E	30 mg

How to use
1 tablet per day.

Warnings
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
Keep out of the reach of children under three years of age.
Supplements are not intended as a substitute for a varied diet.
For pregnant or lactating women and children it is recommended to seek medical advice.
Ginkgo biloba has a synergistic activity with some anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs. In case you are taking these drugs, it is advisable to consult your doctor before taking the product.

Format
Pack of 20 chronoactive tablets.

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