Description
Horses’ eyes are under constant oxidative stress from exposure to bright light. Being large and side-set, their eyes are also vulnerable to trauma. A scratch or irritant can quickly go south or turn into a chronic issue, and conditions such as uveitis (moon blindness), corneal ulcers, and even allergies can be painful or affect vision. SmartUV-Eye was formulated to support both eye health and recovery with targeted ingredients to combat damaging free radicals and promote a normal inflammatory response.
You’ll love SmartUV-Eye because it provides:
Lutein and zeaxanthin, powerful antioxidants that work within the lens and retina to help protect against oxidative stress from UV rays
Astaxanthin, a potent antioxidant shown to support a healthy response to inflammation in ocular cells and inhibit free radical-induced retinal damage
Eyebright herb extract containing flavonoids quercetin and luteolin, demonstrated to have an inhibitory effect on histamine release
Vitamin C, known to help protect against UV light damage, is especially important as horses age and Vitamin C requirements increase
Which horses benefit from eye health support?
If your horse has had trauma to an eye or is showing signs of ocular distress such as cloudiness, discharge, squinting, or swelling, contact your veterinarian as early detection and intervention is key. Conditions such as equine recurrent uveitis are influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. Middle-aged or senior horses may also benefit from antioxidant support, as levels decline with age, leaving their eyes less able to defend against oxidative stress. SmartUV-Eye can complement your vet’s treatment plan to support ocular health and recovery in horses dealing with eye concerns.
Evidence-Based Research
1. C.S. Yadav, U., et al. “Emerging Role of Antioxidants in the Protection of Uveitis Complications.” Current Medicinal Chemistry, vol. 18, no. 6, 2011, pp. 931-942, doi.org/10.2174/0929867117949.
2. Giannaccare, Giuseppe, et al. “Clinical Applications of Astaxanthin in the Treatment of Ocular Diseases: Emerging Insights.” Marine Drugs, vol. 18, no. 5, 1 May 2020, p. 239, doi.org/10.3390/md18050239.
3. Xue, Chunyan, et al. “Management of Ocular Diseases Using Lutein and Zeaxanthin: What Have We Learned from Experimental Animal Studies?” Journal of Ophthalmology, vol. 2015, 5 Nov. 2015, pp. 1-11, doi.org/10.1155/2015/523027.
