· By Dr. Kaushal M. Kulkarni, M.D.
The Best Supplements For Eye Vision
In recent years, there has been an explosion in the vitamin and supplement industry across the world. Although this can be a good thing, it can also make it very difficult for consumers to know how to pick and choose the best eye supplements online for themselves or for their kids. There are so many different brands and companies that are making supplements, with so many different ingredients, that it is hard for the ordinary consumer to decipher what ingredients are real, and what is just "snake oil." I know this first-hand, because people visit our store all of the time taking eye vitamins that they purchased from somewhere else. Unfortunately, we often have to break the news to them that the ingredients they bought are just not proven to help with ocular health. Often times, their formulas contain unproven or harmful ingredients as well.
Unfortunately, the supplement industry in the U.S. is loosely regulated, and this leaves room for almost anyone to come up with their own formula without any real testing or scientific evidence behind their ingredients. We will talk about this more in a bit.
Unfortunately, the supplement industry in the U.S. is loosely regulated, and this leaves room for almost anyone to come up with their own formula without any real testing or scientific evidence behind their ingredients. We will talk about this more in a bit.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT SUPPLEMENT
In the meantime, if you’re looking for the best eye vitamins and nutrition for your eyes, or for your children's eyes, how can you make sure that you are getting all of the right ingredients that you need? In this article, we will answer that question, and more. In fact, this advice can be used to judge all nutritional formulas, whether they are for your eyes, for a family member, or for a child.
1) First, in order to make sure you are getting the best products online, the safest bet is to choose a brand or formula that is formulated and certified by a board-certified doctor. Vitamins for eyesight improvement need to be based on medical research using the correct dosage.. It is important to make sure that you are using a formula that is verified by a board-certified doctor. This is because physicians generally have an edge over researchers and CEOs of companies when it comes to understanding the scientific data, reviewing clinical studies, and assessing the safety and quality of those ingredients when it comes to an individual and their health.
Choosing a reputable, certified manufacturer as you shop for vitamins that improve eyesight will keep you from wasting time and money on the wrong product.
SEEK ADVICE FROM AN EXPERT RIGHT OFF THE BAT TO SAVE BIG
In the case of shopping for vitamins, you might spend a lot of time sifting through various companies and brands. Expert help from someone who understands the medical field and certifications will make your search much easier. Consider asking your doctor for their suggestion based on your individual health situation and needs.
They may also know of reputable names that you can use to start your online search. This may include specific vendors who sift through quality ingredients better than others, and some issues to look out for.
Also, keep in mind that, again, the vitamin industry is not tightly regulated by the Food and Drug Administration the way that prescription medications are. This means it is very easy for a non-physician to come up with a product or formula and sell it to the public, without much proof that it actually works.
VITAMINS FOR EYESIGHT IMPROVEMENT | EYETAMINS
Think about it this way: If you or your child had a serious eye problem, would you go up to a stranger and ask them to examine, diagnose, and treat you? Of course not.
Vitamins are good for your eyes when they contain the right ingredients in the right dosage, but can be harmful if they are not properly suited to your unique needs.
RESEARCH THE CERTIFYING BOARD AND THE DOCTOR’S ASSOCIATION
It’s important that you make sure that whatever product you choose is formulated by a board-certified eye doctor and not just any standard doctor. That’s because I have sometimes seen other companies make their own formulation and then ask a primary care doctor to endorse it. Only an eye care specialist has the background, knowledge, and training to know what ingredients are best for eyesight and vision, and what dosages are appropriate for children and adults.
The moral of the story is: double check the company's website and packaging to make sure they have the seal of approval by a board-certified eye care specialist (ophthalmologist). If you are not sure, it is always good to email or call the company to ask.
CHECKING THE COMPANY FOR LEGITIMACY AND REGISTRATION
2) Second, we recommend that you double-check that the product you’re buying for nutrition is trademarked by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The company should be trademarked as well. This is important, because for a product to be trademarked, the company has to go through an extensive registration process with the USPTO. This is a good thing, because it weeds out and separates the legitimate companies from the bad ones.
If the product you are looking for has a trademark (™) or copyright ® beside it, that's usually a good sign that they are on a mission to create the best vitamins to improve eyesight for kids and adults.
THE RISE OF PRIVATE LABELING
Did you know that almost anyone these days can start a supplement company from anywhere in the country--even their basement? It's possible to buy generic pills from the internet, put your own label on the pills, and then market them and ship them all over the country to customers. This trick is called 'private labeling,' and is used as a money-making scheme for individuals who don't have the proper medical and scientific background to create an original, clinically backed formulation of their own.
Luckily, with the information in this article, you will be better armed to distinguish what is high quality and what is not. Make sure that whatever you use to nourish your vision or your child's vision is made from only the highest quality ingredients in laboratory-controlled conditions. You shouldn’t trust your body, especially your eyes, with anything else.
CHECK FOR PACKAGING INTEGRITY
3) One final tip that can help you make the right purchase is to look for a formulation that is packaged in a bottle AND a box or a carton around it. That's because, while bottles are easy to duplicate—people can buy a bottle of generic pills and slap their own label on them—boxes or cartons aren’t so easy. They cost extra time and money to create, and are usually a sign of a genuine and sincere brand. Companies who care about you will put in the time and effort to package their product so that you are protected.
How can you make sure that your eye care vitamins contain the right ingredients and are produced by a company that has your health and well-being in mind? How do you know they will actually work to protect and enhance your vision and help you get rid of eye strain?
In summary, first make sure the brand you choose is formulated by a board-certified eye doctor.
Second, double-check that it has a trademark or copyright symbol next to the company name or the product name. That way, you can make sure that the product is from a legitimate source.
Finally, look for a bottle that is packaged within a factory-made carton. If you follow these steps, you’ll be sure to get products that will benefit your health for years to come.
