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Passing My Medical

Can a supplement actually improve eyesight?

Dear Paci;c Health, I wanted to write your company a letter to share my story with you. I consider myself a professional pilot. I have been ;ying for as long as I can remember. Flying is my favorite thing to do and instructing is my second favorite. When I am not instructing, I usually spend time at the airport either working in my T-Hangar or just shooting the bull with other pilots. I like to give sensible advice to some of the younger pilots, and give them pointers on how to get their commercial careers off the ground… no pun intended.

I have used the same aviation medical examiner for my entire aviation livelihood. I know that before entering my 40s, I was always 20/20 vision. Since getting into my 40s, I have seen a slight decline in my vision.

For example, I was planning a ;ight the other day and I was having trouble reading the winds aloft forecast. I found myself squinting more than normal while trying to get the data to plan our course heading. Also, my AME mentioned that my visual acuity was measuring at 20/30. This is still within reasonable limits to renew my medical certi;cate, but it still does not hide the fact that my vision is slowly degrading.

Now, I consider myself to be a healthy person. I eat healthy, exercise three days a week and take various supplements, but it still isn’t good enough. I have been thinking, “How long will it be before I slip past 20/40 and have ‘must wear corrective lenses’ stamped on my medical…or worse?” On my most recent medical, which was about four months ago, I decided to ask my aviation medical examiner if he knew of anything that could help my vision from degrading any farther. He mentioned a product called Claroxan. The name rang a bell to me. I remember picking up a magazine and seeing an article about it, while we were fueling up at one of the airports we ;y in and out of a few days a week, but I hadn’t thought too much about it. I gave the number a call and spoke with a representative, ordered and haven’t looked back since. I feel that my vision is much sharper in only a few months. Staying with Claroxan is de;nitely in my future and I am ready to take my next medical examination, which is about 20 months away.

Sincerely, Robert M.

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There is new evidence emerging about the bene;ts of omega- 3 fatty acids and eye health. Research suggests that omega-3s may play a role in protecting against age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It is believed that omega-3s modulate the extent of processes involved in the development of AMD, such as preventing the formation of new blood vessels in advanced AMD, reducing in;ammation and protecting against cell death.

Consumers have been aware of the cardiovascular bene;ts of ;sh oil for a long time. But not many can identify it as bene;cial to eye health. Because we know how important it is for you to protect your eyesight, Paci;c Health is introducing Fish Oil Plus 1000mg to the aviation market. Each Fish Oil Plus softgel contains 180 EPA and 120 DHA. There are 90 softgels per bottle. Taking three softgels a day gives you a triple-strength dose 540 EPA and 360 DHA. A 30-day supply costs about $20.

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Strong Evidence Suggests Fish Oil Reduces Risk of Age-Related Blindness

Claroxan contains the ingredients lutein and zeaxanthin, which are xanthophylls selectively concentrated in the retina and macula of the eye. It is believed that these ingredients help ;lter harmful blue light and UV rays, protecting the eyes from free radical damage, which can lead to the onset of age-related vision loss. Research indicates that these ingredients may also improve visual acuity and contrast.

Other ingredients found in Claroxan’s formulas, such as bilberry, vitamin E, beta-carotene, and other bio;avonoids are supported by a vast body of evidence suggesting that they are bene;cial to maintaining healthy eyes and supporting proper ocular function.