Ocular Defense Formula

In today’s health-conscious environment, taking care of the body has become a top priority. Many people, however, focus on reshaping their physiques and fine-tuning their muscles, often neglecting other parts of their bodies that need attention, too. One part of the body that frequently gets overlooked is the eyes.

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the most feared disability is blindness. In the U.S. alone, four million people are at risk of becoming blind from age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a disease that results in the deterioration of the retina. Age-related cataracts, a clouding of the lens of the eye, cost the world billions of dollars annually and strike approximately 50 percent of people age 50 and older in developed countries. Poorly controlled high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes impair the vision or blind millions of others. Bilberry fruit has an extensive history of providing benefits for the eyes. The fruit is similar to a cranberry or huckleberry, and often called the European blueberry. White in color, bilberries can be used in the same ways as other berries–in jams, pies and desserts.

To promote ocular health, bilberry is used throughout Europe to help poor night vision and day blindness. Scientific research confirms that bilberry contains substances called anthocyanosides which help to strengthen blood vessels, reduce inflammation and stabilize tissues containing collagen.

Support the health of your eyes–naturally. With daily use of Herbalife’s Ocular Defense Formula, you can focus in on keeping your eyes in good condition.* This unique herbal complex is designed specifically to provide the optimum nutrition your eyes need to maintain proper functioning.* Lutein is a powerful antioxidant shown to protect the eyes from macular degeneration.

Discussion Points

• Seeing is believing: Numerous scientific studies have shown that the herb, bilberry, can have a positive effect on visual acuity, as well as helping to improve the overall health of one’s eyes and the clarity of vision.*
• The benefits go beyond your sight: Ocular Defense Formula is a blend of powerhouse antioxidant herbs, it may also help prevent damage from free-radical substances, chemicals, drugs and harmful toxins in the environment.*
• Combine with other products: Ocular Defense Formula can be used in conjunction with the Thermojetics® Weight-Management Programs and Herbalife’s entire line of nutritional products.

During World War II, British Royal Air Force pilots ate bilberry jam to help improve vision for night missions. Lutein is extracted from marigolds. Recent studies have demonstrated the benefits of antioxidant and vitamins in reducing the severity of cataracts and macular degeneration.

Fast Facts

• Contains potent antioxidants that are believed to help protect the eyes from the harmful effects of free radicals.*
• Includes the antioxidant-lutein and bilberry, which are highly beneficial for eyes and vision.*