Essential Summer Eye Care Tips & Supplements for Healthy Vision

Summer brings longer days, vibrant sunshine, and more time outdoors. While many of us remember to protect our skin, our eyes deserve just as much care and protection. Like a gardener tending their plants, nurturing your vision helps keep it functioning comfortably and clearly.

Lifestyle tips to protect your eyes this summer

Protecting your eyes in the summer involves more than sunglasses. Here are tips to help keep your eyes feeling comfortable and supported.

• Wear UV-protective sunglasses – your first line of defense: UV rays from the sun can be harmful to your eyes. Choose sunglasses labeled “UV400” or “100% UV protection” to shield your eyes from UVA and UVB rays. Wraparound styles offer added protection.
• Hydrate well to support eye moisture: Staying hydrated can help maintain moisture balance throughout your body, including your eyes. In hot weather, drink water regularly to avoid dryness and discomfort.
• Follow a diet that promotes healthy vision: Foods like spinach, kale, bell peppers, carrots, and omega-3-rich fish provide nutrients that help support eye function. A balanced diet contributes to overall wellness, including vision support.
• Practice the 20-20-20 rule: If you spend long hours on screens, try looking at something 20 feet away every 20 minutes for at least 20 seconds. This helps relax the muscles around your eyes and may help reduce eye strain.
• Maintain hygiene – keep eyes clean and comfortable: Avoid touching or rubbing your eyes without clean hands. If you wear contact lenses, follow proper care instructions to help maintain comfort and cleanliness.
• Get regular eye exams: Routine comprehensive eye exams can help monitor changes in vision and eye health. They offer an important opportunity for early detection and support of your overall eye wellness plan.

Puritan’s Pride eye health supplements

In addition to daily habits, nutritional support can help maintain healthy vision. Puritan’s Pride offers a range of supplements made with ingredients known to support eye health.

Herbavision with Lutein and Bilberry: Eye Wellness Support

Herbavision provides nutritional support with Lutigold™ Lutein, which helps support healthy vision.* Formulated with Lutigold™ Lutein, which is derived from only pure, natural sources. Lutigold™ has never been synthesized in a lab and is a non-genetically modified source of lutein. As we age, our body’s natural supply of lutein decreases, and since lutein is not made in the body, it’s important to take it every day. This formula supports healthy vision and eye health.*

Lutein 40 mg with Zeaxanthin

Lutein is a carotenoid found in the macula, an area of the eye responsible for central vision. Puritan’s Pride Lutein 40 mg with Zeaxanthin helps support eye health by providing antioxidant support and helping filter blue light.* It also helps with contrast sensitivity, one of the key factors that contribute to night vision.*

Astaxanthin 5 mg

Puritan’s Pride Astaxanthin 5 mg supports antioxidant health, which helps fight free radicals.* Free radicals can lead to oxidative stress which may contribute to the premature aging of cells.*

Blueberry Eyebright Complex

Blueberry Eyebright Complex provides powerful antioxidant support for every cell in your body, including the eye's cells* Blueberry extract is a natural source of two important phytochemicals, anthocyanins and chlorogenic acid, to support antioxidant health.* Eyebright provides additional herbal support for good health, while marigold and grape seed extracts are included for extra nutritional support.* The vegetarian-friendly caplets are coated for ease of swallowing.

Senior Eye Vision with Lutein for Eye Health

As we grow older, our nutritional needs change. Puritan’s Pride Senior Eye Vision is designed to provide nutritional support for aging eyes with a focus on vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants known for their role in eye health.* Lutigold™ Lutein supports clear, healthy vision, while the formula includes a full range of vitamins for antioxidant support, including eye-healthy Vitamin A. The package contains a 50-day supply of rapid-release capsules.

Smart summer habits and eye-supportive nutrients can help you stay comfortable and focused, whether you're soaking in sunshine or enjoying screen time. Always consult your healthcare practitioner before using a new supplement.