Supplement shows promise for dry eye sufferers in new study
NCT ID NCT05481450
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a dietary supplement called Nutritears, containing lutein, zeaxanthin, curcuminoids, and vitamin D3, can improve dry eye symptoms. 131 adults with dry eye syndrome took either the supplement or a placebo daily for 8 weeks. Researchers measured tear production and symptom scores to see if the supplement made a difference.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Nutritears (a dietary supplement containing lutein/zeaxanthin, curcuminoids, and vitamin D3)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, over-the-counter supplement to ease dry eye symptoms and improve tear production.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with 131 people. The supplement may not work better than a placebo, and results may not apply to everyone with dry eye.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Applied Science and Performance Institute
Tampa, Florida, 33607, United States
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True Eye Experts - Lutz
Lutz, Florida, 33549, United States
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True Eye Experts - New Tampa
Tampa, Florida, 33647, United States