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Dry eye syndrome: can omega-3s help?

Dear Emma, 

the combination of omega-3 and omega-6, as shown by several clinical studies conducted in patients with dry eye syndrome, can reduce the symptoms of this condition. 

The beneficial action is due to their potent anti-inflammatory activity and ability to increase the ocular lipid layer and thus reduce dryness. For these reasons, I recommend that you try dietary supplementation with Omegor TwinEFA, a product based on omega-3 fatty acids extracted from fish oil, omega-6 (gamma linoleic acid) from borage oil, and vitamin E, a natural antioxidant. 

The capsules can be swallowed with water or chewed, as the oil contained has a pleasant orange aroma. The recommended intake is 1 or 2 capsules per day at a meal. In case of overdose, the product may, only rarely, cause digestive upset, which can be resolved by reducing the dosage or temporarily discontinuing the supplement.   


Best regards Silvia Lisciani Ph.D. 

Nutritionist biologist

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