Celebrating World Sight Day: Enhancing Vision Health with Kemin

World Sight Day is a global event that brings attention to the importance of eye health and the prevention of blindness. As supplement manufacturers, you play a crucial role in this mission by developing products that support vision health. At Kemin Human Nutrition and Health, we are Compelled by Curiosity to explore innovative solutions that enhance the quality of life, including eye health.

The Importance of Vision Health

Vision is one of our most vital senses, yet millions of people worldwide suffer from visual impairments. Preventative measures, including proper nutrition, are essential in maintaining eye health.

Kemin’s Vision Health Ingredients

At Kemin, our commitment to improving human health drives us to continually research and develop innovative ingredients that support eye health. Our key vision health ingredients include:

• FloraGLO® Lutein is a globally recognized ingredient extensively studied for its benefits in eye health. FloraGLO Lutein helps filter harmful blue light and supports overall eye health.¹ It was pivotal in the Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS2) and continues to lead as the most researched lutein brand worldwide.² Known for its superior bioavailability, FloraGLO Lutein ensures optimal absorption and efficacy.
• ZeaONE®/OPTISHARP™ Natural Zeaxanthin works synergistically with lutein to protect the eyes from oxidative stress and improve visual performance.^3-11 It is carefully extracted from marigold flowers, ensuring purity and potency. ZeaONE®/OPTISHARP™ Natural Zeaxanthin helps accelerate eye recovery from intense light exposure, enhances visual acuity, and absorbs excess blue light, protecting against oxidative damage.^3-11
• Macu-LZ™: A unique blend of lutein and zeaxanthin designed to support macular health.^12-15 This triple formula targets various aspects, from the overall quality of vision to combating eye strain and fatigue.^12-15 Macu-LZ™ incorporates all three macular carotenoids: lutein, RR-zeaxanthin, and RS (meso)-zeaxanthin, providing a comprehensive solution for eye health.

We understand the challenges supplement manufacturers face in creating effective and appealing products. That’s why we offer a range of high-quality, science-backed ingredients that can be seamlessly integrated into your formulations. By partnering with Kemin, you can be confident that you are providing your customers with the best possible support for their vision health.

Join Us in Promoting Vision Health

This World Sight Day, let’s join forces to highlight the importance of eye health and the critical role nutrition plays in vision. By combining Kemin’s innovative ingredients—FloraGLO® Lutein, ZeaONE®/OPTISHARP™ Natural Zeaxanthin, and Macu-LZ™—with your expertise in supplement manufacturing, we can help the world see a brighter future.

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