Clinical Research Study Demonstrates EyePromise® EZ Tears Relieves Dry Eye Symptoms and Discomfort Fast

ST. LOUIS, April 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- People suffering with burning, red, irritated, or watering eyes now have a proven oral nutritional supplement available to them that starts relieving these symptoms within a week. The dietary supplement, EyePromise EZ Tears, was studied by leading dry eye investigators in the Ocular Nutrition Impact on Tear Film clinical research study (ONIT). The results of this multi-center research trial were published March 26 in Advances in Ophthalmology and Visual Systems. 

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The study was designed to better understand how a proprietary dietary supplement containing Omega-3's and seven other natural ingredients might benefit patients with dry eye symptoms. 

"We know eye health and nutrition are connected," said Dr. Sean Mulqueeny, OD and Principal Investigator of the study. "That said, there are relatively few studies addressing the use of supplementation with Omega 3 essential fatty acids and other nutrients for dry eye. The ONIT study yielded a remarkable result – welcome news for those desperate for dry eye symptom relief."

"One of the most surprising findings from this study was the rapid onset of action after initiation of supplementation," said Mulqueeny. "In clinical tests administered, patients began demonstrating improvement within one week, and improvements continued to increase over the eight week study."

Sixty-seven patients with clinically documented dry eye participated in the study. Patients were enrolled from the general practice patient population, meeting a minimum of four diagnostic inclusion criteria. Eighty-four percent of the patients were female; 20 percent were contact lens wearers, and two thirds of the females were post-menopausal.

Over the course of the study, participants ingested one daily dose -- two softgels -- of EyePromise EZ Tears.  Patients were clinically assessed prior to supplementation, after one week, four weeks, and eight weeks. Tests evaluated the corneal surface, tear volume, quality, osmolarity, and lid inflammation. Participants also completed the Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) assessment prior to supplement initiation and at each subsequent visit to document change of comfort and vision. The 12-item OSDI questionnaire provides a rapid assessment of the symptoms of ocular irritation consistent with dry eye and impact on vision-related functioning. At the conclusion of eight weeks, participants experienced a 38 percent improvement in their OSDI scores.

"We attribute rapid onset of symptom relief and diagnostic improvement to the product's formulation," said Mulqueeny. "An example is Evening Primrose Oil, which as far back as 1980 was shown to reduce dry eye symptoms in Sjogren's patients."

Dr. Dennis Gierhart, the co-founder of ZeaVision, the parent company of EyePromise, said, "The ingredients in EyePromise formulations are of the highest quality and carefully chosen after significant diligence and research." 

What is dry eye?
Dry eye affects the ocular surface and tear film which results in ocular discomfort, visual disturbances, and tear instability. Without treatment this can often lead to corneal and conjunctival inflammation and damage. It is the often the lack of sufficient lubrication on the corneal surface that causes dry eye symptoms.

In many patients, dry eye symptoms include blurriness, stickiness, and dryness. Eyes often burn, sting, or itch. Sufferers can also experience grittiness, as if a foreign particle is stuck in the eye.

Based upon proven results, EyePromise EZ Tears is backed by an unconditional 30-day, money-back guarantee. EyePromise guarantees dry eye symptom improvement within 30 days.

The EyePromise website features many resources related to eye health topics. Additionally, all EyePromise eye vitamins feature a 60-day, money-back guarantee, and EyePromise is the only brand guaranteed to increase MPOD (Macular Pigment Optical Density) and improve dry eye symptoms. 

About EyePromise and ZeaVision
With more than 20 years of research, ZeaVision LLC, the parent company of EyePromise, pioneered the use of Zeaxanthin, a natural antioxidant and photo-protectant, for eye health use. EyePromise nutraceuticals are science-based and offer the highest levels of dietary Zeaxanthin available. With more than 40-million doses consumed, EyePromise products are made in the U.S.A. from the highest-quality, natural ingredients, and feature an unconditional 60-day money-back guarantee. Contact ZeaVision today toll free at 866.833.2800 or via email at [email protected]

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