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Study Shows 70% of Dry Eye Patients Improve with Omega 3 Fatty Acids
Another Study Confirms the Benefits of Omega 3 Fatty Acids in the Treatment of Dry Eye Syndrome
A hot topic currently in medicine revolves around the multiple benefits of increasing the Omega 3 Fatty Acids in our western diets. At Total Eye Care we have recommended increasing the essential Omega 3 fatty acids in our diet for many years. A pilot study, conducted by the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, on the efficacy Omega 3 Fatty Acids in the treatment of dry eye syndrome was published in the journal Cornea. 36 patients with dry eye syndrome were involved in the study. The control group was given a placebo and the study group was given a daily dose of 450 mg of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), 300 mg of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and 1000 mg of flaxseed oil. The patient’s symptoms and objective findings were assessed at baseline and then again 90 days later.
The objective findings suggested that there was increased tear production as well as an improvement in fluorophotometry (the assessment of the tears with fluorescein dye), however more importantly 70% of the study group experienced an improvement in their symptoms versus only 7% of the control group. This data compares well with what we see clinically at Total Eye Care.
There are many different fish oil manufacturers and the quality of omega 3 fatty acids varies widely. See our article How to Select the Right Fish Oil Capsule for more information on how to tell if you are maximizing the potential benefits of Omega 3 Fatty acids.
Our
Recommendation
At Total Eye Care we recommend Dry Eye Advantage for patients suffering from dry eye syndrome and Eye Advantage for patients with macular degeneration, both of which are available via our office or mail order. The dosage is 2 capsules twice a day which will provide approximately 2200mg of omega 3 fatty acids. For patients with severe dry eye symptoms they take 2 capsules three times a day with meals.
We have done the leg work on finding a cost effective source of fish oil capsules. You can purchase Omega 3 capsules online from Total Eye Care specifically formulated for dry eye syndrome and macular degeneration. You will be taken to our partner website PRN Omega Health or you can call our office (817.416.0333).
About Total Eye Care
The comprehensive services available from the staff and doctors at Total Eye Care allow us to take care of patients of all ages. We also have an onsite ophthalmic lab to make your glasses quickly and accurately. Our optical keeps almost 1000 frames in stock to fit any face large or small with frames starting at $69. Especially helpful when buying glasses for children is our "bring us the pieces" eyeglass warranty. We are also on all of the major insurance plans.
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