EYE CARE, a formula proven in studies of age-related eye diseases

Lutein is often thought of as an eye nutrient .

However, many people do not know why lutein is good for the eyes or who should take it.

We would like to take the time to explain its effects through the history of the AREDS study, which enabled lutein to become a representative ingredient in 'eye nutrients'.

AREDS stands for Age-Related Eye Disease Study . Researchers at the National Eye Institute in the United States began this large-scale study in 2006 and first published the results in 2013, involving 4,203 participants. The AREDS2 study evaluated the efficacy and safety of lutein, zeaxanthin, and/or omega-3 supplements, showing that they reduced the risk of developing advanced macular degeneration.

Source: The Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS2): Study Design and Baseline Characteristics (AREDS2 Report Number

The researchers developed a formula, which they call the 'AREDS 2 Formula.'

The AREDS study divided study groups into stages of macular degeneration.

At this time, the research results of AREDS 2 revealed that it prevented '3) intermediate macular degeneration' from worsening to '4) advanced macular degeneration'.

It's important to note that lutein isn't effective for overall eye health. While lutein is a component of the pigment in the macula, there are no studies showing its effectiveness in presbyopia or dry eye.

In cases where there are specific symptoms, lutein alone may be effective, but patients diagnosed with '3) intermediate macular degeneration' or '4) advanced macular degeneration' often take nutritional supplements containing only lutein rather than the AREDS 2 formula, and this often results in insufficient preventive effects.

That is, people without macular degeneration need to think carefully about their need for lutein when taking it.

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Check if a supplement containing only lutein is right for you!

For those without specific eye conditions or simply suffering from eye fatigue, presbyopia, or damage caused by blue light (overall eye care), a combination formula is beneficial for its synergy.

Introducing Rocket America's exclusive eye nourishing complex formula.

① Improved vision: Pycnogenol® 40mg

Extracted from the bark of French coastal pine trees, Pycnogenol® is a high-quality, premium ingredient with a unique combination of powerful natural antioxidants.

We emphasize caution when using similar, cost-effective ingredients. Examples include extracts from Chinese red pine (Pinus massoniana) or pine bark extracts from other species or regions. Pycnogenol® is extracted from pine trees that grow in the harsh natural environment of the French coast, exposed to harsh sea winds, humidity, and ultraviolet rays, forming a thick bark 5-10 cm thick. This difference in the type, amount, and composition of bioflavonoids is evident.

This Pycnogenol® is a raw material with proven safety and efficacy, with 450 research papers published over 40 years, including 160 clinical studies, demonstrating its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

It has the effect of improving aging (neutralizing harmful oxygen) as a powerful antioxidant by preventing aging caused by oxidation due to harmful oxygen.

② Eye fatigue (antioxidant): 6 mg of astaxanthin

Astaxanthin not only acts as a powerful antioxidant, but also increases blood flow to the retina, supplying the ciliary muscle (the eye muscle) with blood and nutrients and enhancing its elasticity. One study reported that a group that took 6 mg of astaxanthin daily for four weeks experienced approximately 10% improvement in retinal capillary blood flow compared to the control group. This increased elasticity of the ciliary muscle allows it to respond more quickly to situations, helping to alleviate eye fatigue.

③ Blue light blocking: 80mg of bilberry extract

Anthocyanin-containing bilberry extract protects a mouse photoreceptor cell line from blue LED-induced retinal photoreceptor cell damage. This was achieved by reducing the production of cell-damaging reactive oxygen species, focusing on its effects in regulating ATF4 activation and inhibiting the abnormal aggregation of abnormal proteins. Bilberry extract and anthocyanins may be useful ingredients for preventing retinal diseases.

For more information on the blue light blocking properties of bilberry extract, please see the link below.

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④ Macular degeneration: 20 mg of lutein + 4 mg of zeaxanthin

Helps maintain eye health by preventing advanced macular degeneration, which can negatively impact vision.

Additionally, it contains 200mg of Vitamin C, 25mg of Zinc, 2mg of Copper, and 500mcg of Vitamin A, all found in AREDS 2 Formula.

Wait! There's another reason why we recommend a combination formula .

Since eye diseases do not have clear symptoms in the early stages, it is important to prevent them in advance and maintain eye health.

What kind of synergy will the individual ingredients of Rocket America's 'EYE CARE' products create?

① For glaucoma, 'Bilberry extract + Pycnogenol'

The results of a human application test (6 months) of a bilberry extract + pycnogenol complex (Mirtogenol) for alleviating intraocular pressure show that taking pycnogenol and bilberry extract together, which are effective in preventing increased intraocular pressure and improving eye health, can have the effect of preventing glaucoma .

② For retinal diseases, 'Lutein + Pycnogenol'

The retina has the highest metabolic rate in the body and is a site of significant oxidative stress. When the retina experiences extreme oxidative stress under various conditions, retinal disease can occur. Taking a combination of lutein and pycnogenol can be a significant help in preventing retinal disease, as it powerfully inhibits oxidation of retinal lipids.

③ For macular degeneration, 'Lutein + Zeaxanthin'

The macula is responsible for central vision, and macular pigment resides within it. The problem is that as we age, the density of macular pigment rapidly declines due to damage from various causes. This can lead to macular degeneration. Because macular pigment cannot be synthesized within the body, supplementing with lutein or zeaxanthin is essential to reduce the risk of macular degeneration.

For more detailed information on raw material synergies, please visit the link below.

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[References and Sources]

1) The Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS): Design Implications AREDS Report No. 1: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1473211/

2) The Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS2): Study Design and Baseline Characteristics (AREDS2 Report Number: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3485447/

3) PYCNOGENOL®: https://www.pycnogenol.com/ko/%ED%99%88%ED%8E%98%EC%9D%B4%EC%A7%80/?noMobile=1&cHash=cbece39ba64ede91f27de3b4a4e6e6b7

4) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GRlRNTiRAc4&t=242s

5) https://rokitamerica.com/blogs/blog/bilberry_extract_that_blocks_bluelight

6) https://smartstore.naver.com/rokitamerica/shoppingstory/detail?id=5000950537&page=3

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