EyePromise EZ Tears is made from pure, high-potent triglyceride (TG) Omega-3 concentrates obtained from ultra-refined, GMO-free fish oil. Additionally, the fish oil used in EZ Tears:

• Undergoes as patented purification process to eliminate heavy metals and other contaminants.
  
  
• Meets certification criteria for sustainability.
  
  
• Is verified through third party analysis for quality assurance.
  
  
• Has extremely low oxidation parameters, resulting in a superior sensory profile. 
  
  
• Is 100% traceable, processed at a pharmaceutical-grade facility located adjacent to the world’s largest fishery.

What are the most important issues related to Omega-3s?
EyePromise EZ Tears, an occasional dry eye nutraceutical formula, contains 9 anti-inflammatory nutrients that favorably affect systemic and ocular surface inflammation. One of these, and the most prevalent in the EZ Tears formulation, is Omega-3 fish oil. In this document, we shall review 5 key issues to consider related to fish oil (Omega-3s) in an occasional dry eye nutraceutical.

1. EPA/DHA Ratio

With DHA being a major component of the retina and most important precursor of the anti-inflammatories, it is reasonable to assume DHA is the most critical fatty acid. It is also noteworthy that high DHA content fish oils are more expensive. EZ Tears contains 1 gram (1,000 mg) of combined EPA/DHA (590/440 mg) per daily dose, and the level of DHA is significantly greater than most fish oils in the market.

1. Concentration, Dose, Size and # of Capsules

Instructing a patient to “take fish oil” without clarification or instruction around total Omega-3 or EPA/DHA content may lead the patient to a retail shelf where they encounter a confusing array of products. Typical retail shelf fish oil products contain low levels of EPA/DHA, and particularly, a low amount of DHA. What appears to be a great “value” may not be a bargain. These products are usually 30% Omega containing products; therefore, the patient must take 4 to 6 large softgels daily to receive the same EPA/DHA dose in 2 EZ Tears softgels.

EZ Tears contains a 70% triglyceride (TG) form of fish oil that provides more than 1 gram of EPA/DHA in 2 capsules per daily dose. It is known that patient compliance decreases when the number and size of softgels increase. Though optimum daily fish oil/Omega 3 dose determination awaits major intervention studies, many ECPs recommend 1 to 3 grams of fish oil per day without consideration of the number of softgels or total EPA/DHA consumed.

1. Conclusion
   

We hope this document has adequately clarified the key considerations in selecting a quality Omega-3 nutraceutical.
EZ Tears is much more than a high-quality Omega 3 fish oil, as there are 8 additional anti-inflammatory ingredients that help resolve occasional dry eye symptoms quickly from the inside out.

• Omega-3 (TG) – 1,100 mg, EPA/DHA 590 mg/440 mg Fatty acids from fish are vital and lacking in the typical diet; significant structural components of tissue cell membranes throughout the body; DHA is rich in the brain and retina and supports healthy vision.
  
  
• Vitamin A (as Retinyl Palmitate) – 1,000 IU Fat soluble vitamin (absorbed by the body with the help of fats) for corneal surface health; mucosal, conjunctival, Meibomian and lacrimal gland health;
  major importance in the mucous layer of tear production.
  
  
• Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) – 2,000 IU Fat soluble vitamin deficient in the American diet; supports immune health, joint health, muscle health, and more.
  
  
• Vitamin E (as d-Alpha Tocopherol) – 60 IU Fat soluble vitamin helps support eye health by protecting Omega-3 fatty acid formulas from compounds found in a healthy diet.
  
  
• Evening Primrose Oil (100 mg) With GLA (gamma-linoleic acid) – shown to favorably affect symptoms of occasional dry eye.
  
  
• Turmeric Root Extract (50 mg) Includes curcumin and is important to support the health of the ocular surface.
  
  
• Green Tea Leaf Extract (50 mg) Provides antioxidant effects in ocular tissues to support eye health.
  
  
• Mixed Tocotrienols/Tocopherols (20 mg) Important for reducing the effect of compounds that can contribute to occasional dry eye. 
  
  

Other Ingredients: Gelatin, glycerin, yellow beeswax, purified water, soy lecithin, organic extra virgin olive oil, canola oil, annatto, corn oil, titanium dioxide, natural orange oil flavor.

Yeast/gluten free. Contains soy & fish (anchovy). May contain citrus.