Consumption of a bilberry and fish oil combination supplement for three months improved severe dry eye symptoms in young and middle-aged adults, according to a study led by researchers from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University.
An investigation has revealed 'major problems' with bilberry supplements on the German market, with 45% of products found to be bilberry-free, tannin-free, or made with black rice extracts.
Mirtoselect, a natural standardised form of bilberry extract, improves tear flow in people with dry eyes, according to a recent study published in European Review for Medical and Pharmacological Sciences.
Extracts from bilberry may improve symptoms of inflammation in the eye, says a new study with mice that builds the eye health benefits of the ingredient.
Extracts from bilberry may prevent the build up of plaques in the arteries, preventing hardening of the blood vessels and boosting overall heart health, says a new study from France.
A series of clinical trials is underway in the UK to test the
anti-cancer effects of bilberry extracts, offer a potential boost
to the anthocyanidin-rich extracts.
