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Bilberry

European bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) is rich in anthocyanosides that protect ocular microvasculature, accelerate rhodopsin (visual purple) regeneration for dark adaptation, reduce capillary fragility, and protect the retina from oxidative stress and diabetic microvascular injury.

What Bilberry is used for

  • Eye Strain
  • Night Vision Impairment
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
  • Glaucoma (supportive)

Pharmaceuticals Bilberry is studied as a natural alternative to

  • Ocuvite
  • PreserVision
  • Lutein supplements
  • Venous tonics

Educational information only — never stop or change a prescribed medication without talking to your prescriber first.

Safety and warnings

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High safety profile. May enhance the effects of blood-thinning medications (aspirin, warfarin) and hypoglycemic agents due to mild antiplatelet and blood sugar-lowering actions.

Evidence level: Strong

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