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Platinum Naturals Total Vision Care, Total Eye Health Support, 60 Liquid Softgels

Platinum Naturals Total Vision Care Details

Platinum Naturals Total Vision Care is a comprehensive eye health formula combining the most research-backed nutrients for vision support: lutein and zeaxanthin (the macular pigment), bilberry, alpha-lipoic acid, vitamins A, C, E, beta-carotene, grape seed extract, zinc, and DHA fish oil. Delivered through Platinum's OST® technology that suspends active ingredients in omega oils for significantly better absorption than typical capsules. Designed to help prevent age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts, support night vision, and protect eyes from oxidative damage including UV stress. 60 liquid softgels. Made in Canada.

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Quick Facts

Brand Platinum Naturals (Canadian)
Format Comprehensive eye health multi-nutrient
Key actives Lutein, zeaxanthin, bilberry, ALA, vitamins A/C/E, beta-carotene, zinc, DHA
Delivery technology OST® — nutrients suspended in omega oils for better absorption
Size 60 liquid softgels (30-day supply at 2/day)
Best for Adults 30+ wanting comprehensive AMD and cataract prevention
Best taken Daily with food

Who Total Vision Care Is For

  • Adults 30–40+ wanting proactive prevention against age-related macular degeneration and cataracts
  • Anyone with family history of AMD or cataracts looking for daily protective support
  • People with high screen time, outdoor sun exposure, or visual demands wanting antioxidant eye protection
  • Adults noticing early changes in vision who want comprehensive nutritional support
  • People wanting all eye-relevant nutrients in one product rather than buying separate lutein, bilberry, zinc, etc.
  • Anyone seeking a research-backed comprehensive formula rather than basic lutein alone

Who this product is NOT for: Vegans and vegetarians — contains DHA fish oil (a vegan vision formula by Platinum is available separately). People on blood thinners should consult their healthcare practitioner; vitamin E and DHA have mild blood-thinning effects. Smokers should consult their practitioner; beta-carotene at high doses has been associated with concerns in smokers. People with diagnosed eye conditions (active AMD, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma) should work with an ophthalmologist on a comprehensive plan. If you only want lutein for eye support and have no other concerns, standalone lutein products cost less.

Vitamart's Take

Eye health supplementation has strong research, particularly from the AREDS studies (a major US eye-disease trial), which showed specific nutrients meaningfully slow age-related macular degeneration. Total Vision Care combines those research-backed nutrients (lutein, zeaxanthin, zinc, vitamins C and E) with bilberry, grape seed, alpha-lipoic acid, and DHA — broader coverage than basic formulas. The OST delivery suspends nutrients in oil for better absorption. Starting between 30 and 40 is the practical recommendation. Macular degeneration and cataracts build for decades before symptoms appear.

How Total Vision Care Compares

Total Vision Care vs Standalone Lutein Products

Standalone lutein gives you the headline carotenoid at lower cost — fine if you just want lutein. Total Vision Care combines lutein with zeaxanthin (the natural pairing in the macula), bilberry, ALA, vitamins, minerals, and DHA — the comprehensive AREDS-style approach. If you want serious eye protection, the multi-nutrient approach has stronger research support than lutein alone. If you already take a multivitamin and just want to add lutein, standalone works.

Total Vision Care vs AOR Ortho Eyes

AOR Ortho Eyes is the practitioner-tier comprehensive eye formula with similar ingredient categories at higher per-capsule cost. Total Vision Care is the accessible-tier version with OST delivery technology. Both are quality comprehensive eye formulas; choose based on price preference and practitioner recommendation.

Total Vision Care vs Basic AREDS2 Formulas

Basic AREDS2 formulations (like PreserVision AREDS2) provide the specific nutrient combination from the AREDS2 study — narrowly focused, research-replicating. Total Vision Care includes the AREDS2-style core plus additional supporting compounds (bilberry, ALA, grape seed, DHA). For people with diagnosed AMD whose ophthalmologist recommended AREDS2, the basic formula matches the study; for general comprehensive eye support, Total Vision Care is broader.

Total Vision Care vs Standalone Bilberry or Grape Seed

Bilberry and grape seed extract are antioxidant herbs with their own research for eye and circulation health. Standalone products give you concentrated single ingredients at lower cost. Total Vision Care includes both at supportive doses alongside the broader formula. If you want them at therapeutic doses for specific use, standalone products are better; if you want them as part of comprehensive coverage, Total Vision Care includes them.

What's in Total Vision Care and Why It Matters

  • Lutein and zeaxanthin. The two carotenoids that concentrate in the macula of the eye — they ARE the macular pigment. Low macular pigment density is associated with higher AMD risk. Supplementation builds macular pigment density and protects the retina from blue light and oxidative damage. Total Vision Care uses naturally-sourced lutein and zeaxanthin from marigold, extracted without harsh chemical solvents.
  • Bilberry. Traditional vision herb containing anthocyanosides — potent antioxidants that support visual acuity, capillary integrity in the eye, and night vision. Used historically by British WWII pilots reputed to help night vision.
  • Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA). Universal antioxidant that recycles other antioxidants (vitamins C, E, glutathione). Specifically researched for slowing cataract progression by affecting the enzymes implicated in diabetes-related cataract formation.
  • Vitamin A and beta-carotene. Required to make the eye pigment needed for night vision. Vitamin A deficiency is the leading cause of preventable blindness globally. Total Vision Care uses naturally-sourced beta-carotene with the full spectrum of carotenoids.
  • Vitamin C. Concentrated in the eye and lens. Higher blood vitamin C is associated with significantly reduced cataract development risk. Antioxidant action protects eye tissues from oxidative stress.
  • Vitamin E. Works with vitamin C for cellular antioxidant protection. The AREDS study showed vitamin E with other antioxidants reduces advanced AMD risk by approximately 25%.
  • Zinc. Essential mineral for over 100 enzymes including the one converting retinol to retinal (required for night vision). Zinc deficiency is associated with night blindness.
  • Grape seed extract. Contains proanthocyanidins, with antioxidant power cited at multiples of vitamin E or C. Protects against UV sun damage and supports capillary health in the retina.
  • DHA fish oil. The retina is one of the most DHA-concentrated tissues in the body (15.9% of macula, 22.4% of peripheral retina). DHA forms structural elements in the eye's light-sensing cells — essential for vision function.
  • OST® delivery. Most eye nutrients (lutein, zeaxanthin, beta-carotene, vitamins A and E) are fat-soluble — they absorb only with dietary fat. Suspending them in omega oils in the softgel ensures consistent absorption regardless of meal fat content.

How To Use

Adults: Take 2 softgels daily with food. Effects build over months of consistent use — eye nutrition works at the cellular level over time, not in days or weeks. Most clinical eye research uses 6–12 months before measuring outcomes. Start in your 30s–40s for prevention; older adults can still benefit from supplementation even if vision changes have already begun.

Cautions: Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you take blood thinners, vitamin E supplements (don't double up), are a smoker (beta-carotene cautions), are pregnant or breastfeeding, take medication, or have a medical condition. People with diagnosed eye conditions (AMD, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma) should work with an ophthalmologist on coordinated care. Contains fish oil — not for people with fish allergies or strict vegetarians/vegans.

Frequently Asked Questions

âž• When should I start taking eye health supplements?
Most ophthalmologists recommend starting between 30 and 40 for prevention. AMD and cataract development begin decades before symptoms appear, so building protective nutrient stores early matters. Family history of AMD or cataracts is a particular reason to start earlier. People over 40 should especially consider eye nutrition.
âž• How long until I notice effects?
Eye nutrition works over months to years — you're building macular pigment density, supporting cellular antioxidant systems, and protecting tissues from oxidative stress over time. Most clinical research uses 6–12 months before measuring outcomes. Don't expect to "feel" results in the way you'd feel caffeine or magnesium. Subtle improvements in night vision or glare recovery may appear in 2–3 months for some people.
âž• Will it reverse my existing AMD or cataracts?
No — nutritional support slows progression and provides protection, but doesn't reverse established disease. For diagnosed AMD or cataracts, work with your ophthalmologist on a comprehensive plan. AREDS2-style nutrients have research showing they slow AMD progression in people already diagnosed, which is valuable, but this isn't a cure.
âž• Why is OST delivery important?
Most eye nutrients are fat-soluble — they require dietary fat for absorption. If you take a dry-capsule eye supplement with a low-fat meal or snack, you may absorb only a fraction of the active ingredients. OST suspends the nutrients in omega oils within the softgel, ensuring consistent absorption regardless of what you ate. The practical effect is more reliable nutrient delivery.
âž• Can I just eat carrots and leafy greens instead?
Eating eye-supportive foods (leafy greens for lutein/zeaxanthin, fatty fish for DHA, colorful vegetables for carotenoids) is genuinely valuable — the best protection comes from both food and supplementation. But the doses of lutein and zeaxanthin used in clinical research for AMD prevention (10–20mg/day) are difficult to achieve from food alone. Supplements bridge the gap.
âž• Is there a vegan version?
Platinum Naturals also makes Total Vision Care Vegan Formula in 60 liquid vegan capsules — same eye-nutrient profile without the fish oil DHA. Choose the vegan version if you avoid fish products. The non-vegan version (this product) includes DHA fish oil for the eye omega-3 benefit.

Pairs Well With

  • Additional Omega-3 Fish Oil — layered DHA support for eye and brain
  • Multivitamin — broader nutritional foundation
  • Standalone Lutein — if you want higher therapeutic dose than this multi provides
  • Curcumin — broader inflammation balance supporting eye health

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  • All Eye Health Supplements
  • Lutein Supplements
  • Platinum Naturals Brand
  • Antioxidant Supplements

About Vitamart

Vitamart.ca is Canada's vitamin specialist. We've been selling vitamins and supplements to Canadian families since 2005, shipping from our Ontario warehouse to every province. We believe in quality products you trust at prices you love — no fancy packaging markups, no pushy upsells, just the vitamins you need at the lowest prices in Canada. Backed by our Low Price Guarantee: find a lower advertised price at a Canadian competitor and we'll beat it by 1¢.

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Platinum Naturals Total Vision Care, Total Eye Health Support, 60 Liquid Softgels

Platinum Naturals Total Vision Care Details

Platinum Naturals Total Vision Care is a comprehensive eye health formula combining the most research-backed nutrients for vision support: lutein and zeaxanthin (the macular pigment), bilberry, alpha-lipoic acid, vitamins A, C, E, beta-carotene, grape seed extract, zinc, and DHA fish oil. Delivered through Platinum's OST® technology that suspends active ingredients in omega oils for significantly better absorption than typical capsules. Designed to help prevent age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts, support night vision, and protect eyes from oxidative damage including UV stress. 60 liquid softgels. Made in Canada.

Vitamins Lowest Prices | Lowest Price in Canada — Guaranteed | Ships from Ontario across Canada

Quick Facts

Brand Platinum Naturals (Canadian)
Format Comprehensive eye health multi-nutrient
Key actives Lutein, zeaxanthin, bilberry, ALA, vitamins A/C/E, beta-carotene, zinc, DHA
Delivery technology OST® — nutrients suspended in omega oils for better absorption
Size 60 liquid softgels (30-day supply at 2/day)
Best for Adults 30+ wanting comprehensive AMD and cataract prevention
Best taken Daily with food

Who Total Vision Care Is For

  • Adults 30–40+ wanting proactive prevention against age-related macular degeneration and cataracts
  • Anyone with family history of AMD or cataracts looking for daily protective support
  • People with high screen time, outdoor sun exposure, or visual demands wanting antioxidant eye protection
  • Adults noticing early changes in vision who want comprehensive nutritional support
  • People wanting all eye-relevant nutrients in one product rather than buying separate lutein, bilberry, zinc, etc.
  • Anyone seeking a research-backed comprehensive formula rather than basic lutein alone

Who this product is NOT for: Vegans and vegetarians — contains DHA fish oil (a vegan vision formula by Platinum is available separately). People on blood thinners should consult their healthcare practitioner; vitamin E and DHA have mild blood-thinning effects. Smokers should consult their practitioner; beta-carotene at high doses has been associated with concerns in smokers. People with diagnosed eye conditions (active AMD, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma) should work with an ophthalmologist on a comprehensive plan. If you only want lutein for eye support and have no other concerns, standalone lutein products cost less.

Vitamart's Take

Eye health supplementation has strong research, particularly from the AREDS studies (a major US eye-disease trial), which showed specific nutrients meaningfully slow age-related macular degeneration. Total Vision Care combines those research-backed nutrients (lutein, zeaxanthin, zinc, vitamins C and E) with bilberry, grape seed, alpha-lipoic acid, and DHA — broader coverage than basic formulas. The OST delivery suspends nutrients in oil for better absorption. Starting between 30 and 40 is the practical recommendation. Macular degeneration and cataracts build for decades before symptoms appear.

How Total Vision Care Compares

Total Vision Care vs Standalone Lutein Products

Standalone lutein gives you the headline carotenoid at lower cost — fine if you just want lutein. Total Vision Care combines lutein with zeaxanthin (the natural pairing in the macula), bilberry, ALA, vitamins, minerals, and DHA — the comprehensive AREDS-style approach. If you want serious eye protection, the multi-nutrient approach has stronger research support than lutein alone. If you already take a multivitamin and just want to add lutein, standalone works.

Total Vision Care vs AOR Ortho Eyes

AOR Ortho Eyes is the practitioner-tier comprehensive eye formula with similar ingredient categories at higher per-capsule cost. Total Vision Care is the accessible-tier version with OST delivery technology. Both are quality comprehensive eye formulas; choose based on price preference and practitioner recommendation.

Total Vision Care vs Basic AREDS2 Formulas

Basic AREDS2 formulations (like PreserVision AREDS2) provide the specific nutrient combination from the AREDS2 study — narrowly focused, research-replicating. Total Vision Care includes the AREDS2-style core plus additional supporting compounds (bilberry, ALA, grape seed, DHA). For people with diagnosed AMD whose ophthalmologist recommended AREDS2, the basic formula matches the study; for general comprehensive eye support, Total Vision Care is broader.

Total Vision Care vs Standalone Bilberry or Grape Seed

Bilberry and grape seed extract are antioxidant herbs with their own research for eye and circulation health. Standalone products give you concentrated single ingredients at lower cost. Total Vision Care includes both at supportive doses alongside the broader formula. If you want them at therapeutic doses for specific use, standalone products are better; if you want them as part of comprehensive coverage, Total Vision Care includes them.

What's in Total Vision Care and Why It Matters

  • Lutein and zeaxanthin. The two carotenoids that concentrate in the macula of the eye — they ARE the macular pigment. Low macular pigment density is associated with higher AMD risk. Supplementation builds macular pigment density and protects the retina from blue light and oxidative damage. Total Vision Care uses naturally-sourced lutein and zeaxanthin from marigold, extracted without harsh chemical solvents.
  • Bilberry. Traditional vision herb containing anthocyanosides — potent antioxidants that support visual acuity, capillary integrity in the eye, and night vision. Used historically by British WWII pilots reputed to help night vision.
  • Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA). Universal antioxidant that recycles other antioxidants (vitamins C, E, glutathione). Specifically researched for slowing cataract progression by affecting the enzymes implicated in diabetes-related cataract formation.
  • Vitamin A and beta-carotene. Required to make the eye pigment needed for night vision. Vitamin A deficiency is the leading cause of preventable blindness globally. Total Vision Care uses naturally-sourced beta-carotene with the full spectrum of carotenoids.
  • Vitamin C. Concentrated in the eye and lens. Higher blood vitamin C is associated with significantly reduced cataract development risk. Antioxidant action protects eye tissues from oxidative stress.
  • Vitamin E. Works with vitamin C for cellular antioxidant protection. The AREDS study showed vitamin E with other antioxidants reduces advanced AMD risk by approximately 25%.
  • Zinc. Essential mineral for over 100 enzymes including the one converting retinol to retinal (required for night vision). Zinc deficiency is associated with night blindness.
  • Grape seed extract. Contains proanthocyanidins, with antioxidant power cited at multiples of vitamin E or C. Protects against UV sun damage and supports capillary health in the retina.
  • DHA fish oil. The retina is one of the most DHA-concentrated tissues in the body (15.9% of macula, 22.4% of peripheral retina). DHA forms structural elements in the eye's light-sensing cells — essential for vision function.
  • OST® delivery. Most eye nutrients (lutein, zeaxanthin, beta-carotene, vitamins A and E) are fat-soluble — they absorb only with dietary fat. Suspending them in omega oils in the softgel ensures consistent absorption regardless of meal fat content.

How To Use

Adults: Take 2 softgels daily with food. Effects build over months of consistent use — eye nutrition works at the cellular level over time, not in days or weeks. Most clinical eye research uses 6–12 months before measuring outcomes. Start in your 30s–40s for prevention; older adults can still benefit from supplementation even if vision changes have already begun.

Cautions: Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you take blood thinners, vitamin E supplements (don't double up), are a smoker (beta-carotene cautions), are pregnant or breastfeeding, take medication, or have a medical condition. People with diagnosed eye conditions (AMD, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma) should work with an ophthalmologist on coordinated care. Contains fish oil — not for people with fish allergies or strict vegetarians/vegans.

Frequently Asked Questions

âž• When should I start taking eye health supplements?
Most ophthalmologists recommend starting between 30 and 40 for prevention. AMD and cataract development begin decades before symptoms appear, so building protective nutrient stores early matters. Family history of AMD or cataracts is a particular reason to start earlier. People over 40 should especially consider eye nutrition.
âž• How long until I notice effects?
Eye nutrition works over months to years — you're building macular pigment density, supporting cellular antioxidant systems, and protecting tissues from oxidative stress over time. Most clinical research uses 6–12 months before measuring outcomes. Don't expect to "feel" results in the way you'd feel caffeine or magnesium. Subtle improvements in night vision or glare recovery may appear in 2–3 months for some people.
âž• Will it reverse my existing AMD or cataracts?
No — nutritional support slows progression and provides protection, but doesn't reverse established disease. For diagnosed AMD or cataracts, work with your ophthalmologist on a comprehensive plan. AREDS2-style nutrients have research showing they slow AMD progression in people already diagnosed, which is valuable, but this isn't a cure.
âž• Why is OST delivery important?
Most eye nutrients are fat-soluble — they require dietary fat for absorption. If you take a dry-capsule eye supplement with a low-fat meal or snack, you may absorb only a fraction of the active ingredients. OST suspends the nutrients in omega oils within the softgel, ensuring consistent absorption regardless of what you ate. The practical effect is more reliable nutrient delivery.
âž• Can I just eat carrots and leafy greens instead?
Eating eye-supportive foods (leafy greens for lutein/zeaxanthin, fatty fish for DHA, colorful vegetables for carotenoids) is genuinely valuable — the best protection comes from both food and supplementation. But the doses of lutein and zeaxanthin used in clinical research for AMD prevention (10–20mg/day) are difficult to achieve from food alone. Supplements bridge the gap.
âž• Is there a vegan version?
Platinum Naturals also makes Total Vision Care Vegan Formula in 60 liquid vegan capsules — same eye-nutrient profile without the fish oil DHA. Choose the vegan version if you avoid fish products. The non-vegan version (this product) includes DHA fish oil for the eye omega-3 benefit.

Pairs Well With

  • Additional Omega-3 Fish Oil — layered DHA support for eye and brain
  • Multivitamin — broader nutritional foundation
  • Standalone Lutein — if you want higher therapeutic dose than this multi provides
  • Curcumin — broader inflammation balance supporting eye health

💡 Subscribe & save up to 10% on every order — never run out of your daily supplements.

Compare Similar Products

  • All Eye Health Supplements
  • Lutein Supplements
  • Platinum Naturals Brand
  • Antioxidant Supplements

About Vitamart

Vitamart.ca is Canada's vitamin specialist. We've been selling vitamins and supplements to Canadian families since 2005, shipping from our Ontario warehouse to every province. We believe in quality products you trust at prices you love — no fancy packaging markups, no pushy upsells, just the vitamins you need at the lowest prices in Canada. Backed by our Low Price Guarantee: find a lower advertised price at a Canadian competitor and we'll beat it by 1¢.

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Platinum Naturals Total Vision Care Details

Platinum Naturals Total Vision Care is a comprehensive eye health formula combining the most research-backed nutrients for vision support: lutein and zeaxanthin (the macular pigment), bilberry, alpha-lipoic acid, vitamins A, C, E, beta-carotene, grape seed extract, zinc, and DHA fish oil. Delivered through Platinum's OST® technology that suspends active ingredients in omega oils for significantly better absorption than typical capsules. Designed to help prevent age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts, support night vision, and protect eyes from oxidative damage including UV stress. 60 liquid softgels. Made in Canada.

Vitamins Lowest Prices | Lowest Price in Canada — Guaranteed | Ships from Ontario across Canada

Quick Facts

Brand Platinum Naturals (Canadian)
Format Comprehensive eye health multi-nutrient
Key actives Lutein, zeaxanthin, bilberry, ALA, vitamins A/C/E, beta-carotene, zinc, DHA
Delivery technology OST® — nutrients suspended in omega oils for better absorption
Size 60 liquid softgels (30-day supply at 2/day)
Best for Adults 30+ wanting comprehensive AMD and cataract prevention
Best taken Daily with food

Who Total Vision Care Is For

  • Adults 30–40+ wanting proactive prevention against age-related macular degeneration and cataracts
  • Anyone with family history of AMD or cataracts looking for daily protective support
  • People with high screen time, outdoor sun exposure, or visual demands wanting antioxidant eye protection
  • Adults noticing early changes in vision who want comprehensive nutritional support
  • People wanting all eye-relevant nutrients in one product rather than buying separate lutein, bilberry, zinc, etc.
  • Anyone seeking a research-backed comprehensive formula rather than basic lutein alone

Who this product is NOT for: Vegans and vegetarians — contains DHA fish oil (a vegan vision formula by Platinum is available separately). People on blood thinners should consult their healthcare practitioner; vitamin E and DHA have mild blood-thinning effects. Smokers should consult their practitioner; beta-carotene at high doses has been associated with concerns in smokers. People with diagnosed eye conditions (active AMD, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma) should work with an ophthalmologist on a comprehensive plan. If you only want lutein for eye support and have no other concerns, standalone lutein products cost less.

Vitamart's Take

Eye health supplementation has strong research, particularly from the AREDS studies (a major US eye-disease trial), which showed specific nutrients meaningfully slow age-related macular degeneration. Total Vision Care combines those research-backed nutrients (lutein, zeaxanthin, zinc, vitamins C and E) with bilberry, grape seed, alpha-lipoic acid, and DHA — broader coverage than basic formulas. The OST delivery suspends nutrients in oil for better absorption. Starting between 30 and 40 is the practical recommendation. Macular degeneration and cataracts build for decades before symptoms appear.

How Total Vision Care Compares

Total Vision Care vs Standalone Lutein Products

Standalone lutein gives you the headline carotenoid at lower cost — fine if you just want lutein. Total Vision Care combines lutein with zeaxanthin (the natural pairing in the macula), bilberry, ALA, vitamins, minerals, and DHA — the comprehensive AREDS-style approach. If you want serious eye protection, the multi-nutrient approach has stronger research support than lutein alone. If you already take a multivitamin and just want to add lutein, standalone works.

Total Vision Care vs AOR Ortho Eyes

AOR Ortho Eyes is the practitioner-tier comprehensive eye formula with similar ingredient categories at higher per-capsule cost. Total Vision Care is the accessible-tier version with OST delivery technology. Both are quality comprehensive eye formulas; choose based on price preference and practitioner recommendation.

Total Vision Care vs Basic AREDS2 Formulas

Basic AREDS2 formulations (like PreserVision AREDS2) provide the specific nutrient combination from the AREDS2 study — narrowly focused, research-replicating. Total Vision Care includes the AREDS2-style core plus additional supporting compounds (bilberry, ALA, grape seed, DHA). For people with diagnosed AMD whose ophthalmologist recommended AREDS2, the basic formula matches the study; for general comprehensive eye support, Total Vision Care is broader.

Total Vision Care vs Standalone Bilberry or Grape Seed

Bilberry and grape seed extract are antioxidant herbs with their own research for eye and circulation health. Standalone products give you concentrated single ingredients at lower cost. Total Vision Care includes both at supportive doses alongside the broader formula. If you want them at therapeutic doses for specific use, standalone products are better; if you want them as part of comprehensive coverage, Total Vision Care includes them.

What's in Total Vision Care and Why It Matters

  • Lutein and zeaxanthin. The two carotenoids that concentrate in the macula of the eye — they ARE the macular pigment. Low macular pigment density is associated with higher AMD risk. Supplementation builds macular pigment density and protects the retina from blue light and oxidative damage. Total Vision Care uses naturally-sourced lutein and zeaxanthin from marigold, extracted without harsh chemical solvents.
  • Bilberry. Traditional vision herb containing anthocyanosides — potent antioxidants that support visual acuity, capillary integrity in the eye, and night vision. Used historically by British WWII pilots reputed to help night vision.
  • Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA). Universal antioxidant that recycles other antioxidants (vitamins C, E, glutathione). Specifically researched for slowing cataract progression by affecting the enzymes implicated in diabetes-related cataract formation.
  • Vitamin A and beta-carotene. Required to make the eye pigment needed for night vision. Vitamin A deficiency is the leading cause of preventable blindness globally. Total Vision Care uses naturally-sourced beta-carotene with the full spectrum of carotenoids.
  • Vitamin C. Concentrated in the eye and lens. Higher blood vitamin C is associated with significantly reduced cataract development risk. Antioxidant action protects eye tissues from oxidative stress.
  • Vitamin E. Works with vitamin C for cellular antioxidant protection. The AREDS study showed vitamin E with other antioxidants reduces advanced AMD risk by approximately 25%.
  • Zinc. Essential mineral for over 100 enzymes including the one converting retinol to retinal (required for night vision). Zinc deficiency is associated with night blindness.
  • Grape seed extract. Contains proanthocyanidins, with antioxidant power cited at multiples of vitamin E or C. Protects against UV sun damage and supports capillary health in the retina.
  • DHA fish oil. The retina is one of the most DHA-concentrated tissues in the body (15.9% of macula, 22.4% of peripheral retina). DHA forms structural elements in the eye's light-sensing cells — essential for vision function.
  • OST® delivery. Most eye nutrients (lutein, zeaxanthin, beta-carotene, vitamins A and E) are fat-soluble — they absorb only with dietary fat. Suspending them in omega oils in the softgel ensures consistent absorption regardless of meal fat content.

How To Use

Adults: Take 2 softgels daily with food. Effects build over months of consistent use — eye nutrition works at the cellular level over time, not in days or weeks. Most clinical eye research uses 6–12 months before measuring outcomes. Start in your 30s–40s for prevention; older adults can still benefit from supplementation even if vision changes have already begun.

Cautions: Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you take blood thinners, vitamin E supplements (don't double up), are a smoker (beta-carotene cautions), are pregnant or breastfeeding, take medication, or have a medical condition. People with diagnosed eye conditions (AMD, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma) should work with an ophthalmologist on coordinated care. Contains fish oil — not for people with fish allergies or strict vegetarians/vegans.

Frequently Asked Questions

âž• When should I start taking eye health supplements?
Most ophthalmologists recommend starting between 30 and 40 for prevention. AMD and cataract development begin decades before symptoms appear, so building protective nutrient stores early matters. Family history of AMD or cataracts is a particular reason to start earlier. People over 40 should especially consider eye nutrition.
âž• How long until I notice effects?
Eye nutrition works over months to years — you're building macular pigment density, supporting cellular antioxidant systems, and protecting tissues from oxidative stress over time. Most clinical research uses 6–12 months before measuring outcomes. Don't expect to "feel" results in the way you'd feel caffeine or magnesium. Subtle improvements in night vision or glare recovery may appear in 2–3 months for some people.
âž• Will it reverse my existing AMD or cataracts?
No — nutritional support slows progression and provides protection, but doesn't reverse established disease. For diagnosed AMD or cataracts, work with your ophthalmologist on a comprehensive plan. AREDS2-style nutrients have research showing they slow AMD progression in people already diagnosed, which is valuable, but this isn't a cure.
âž• Why is OST delivery important?
Most eye nutrients are fat-soluble — they require dietary fat for absorption. If you take a dry-capsule eye supplement with a low-fat meal or snack, you may absorb only a fraction of the active ingredients. OST suspends the nutrients in omega oils within the softgel, ensuring consistent absorption regardless of what you ate. The practical effect is more reliable nutrient delivery.
âž• Can I just eat carrots and leafy greens instead?
Eating eye-supportive foods (leafy greens for lutein/zeaxanthin, fatty fish for DHA, colorful vegetables for carotenoids) is genuinely valuable — the best protection comes from both food and supplementation. But the doses of lutein and zeaxanthin used in clinical research for AMD prevention (10–20mg/day) are difficult to achieve from food alone. Supplements bridge the gap.
âž• Is there a vegan version?
Platinum Naturals also makes Total Vision Care Vegan Formula in 60 liquid vegan capsules — same eye-nutrient profile without the fish oil DHA. Choose the vegan version if you avoid fish products. The non-vegan version (this product) includes DHA fish oil for the eye omega-3 benefit.

Pairs Well With

  • Additional Omega-3 Fish Oil — layered DHA support for eye and brain
  • Multivitamin — broader nutritional foundation
  • Standalone Lutein — if you want higher therapeutic dose than this multi provides
  • Curcumin — broader inflammation balance supporting eye health

💡 Subscribe & save up to 10% on every order — never run out of your daily supplements.

Compare Similar Products

  • All Eye Health Supplements
  • Lutein Supplements
  • Platinum Naturals Brand
  • Antioxidant Supplements

About Vitamart

Vitamart.ca is Canada's vitamin specialist. We've been selling vitamins and supplements to Canadian families since 2005, shipping from our Ontario warehouse to every province. We believe in quality products you trust at prices you love — no fancy packaging markups, no pushy upsells, just the vitamins you need at the lowest prices in Canada. Backed by our Low Price Guarantee: find a lower advertised price at a Canadian competitor and we'll beat it by 1¢.

Vitamins Lowest Prices.