VITAMINS FOR EYES

The National Eye Institute, part of the United States National Institutes of Health, has published two studies demonstrating the effectiveness of high dose nutritional supplementation in the prevention and treatment of dry macular degeneration (AMD).

AREDS Vitamins for Eyes

Published in 2001, the AREDS Formula showed a 25% reduction in the progression of macular degeneration in thousands of patients, It comprised of:

• Beta-carotene: 25,000 IU
• Vitamin C: 500 mg
• Vitamin E: 400 IU
• Zinc Oxide: 80 mg
• Cupric Oxide: 2 mg

AREDS2 Vitamins for Eyes

Published in 2013, showed an 18% improvement over AREDS when beta carotene was removed and Lutein and Zeaxanthin were added.

It comprised of:

• Lutein: 10 mg
• Zeaxanthin: 2 mg
• Vitamin C: 500 mg
• Zinc Oxide: 25-80 mg
• Cupric Oxide: 2 mg

Several quality manufacturers provide an AREDS2 formula. However, the eye vitamin manufacturer below stands above the rest because it uses vegetarian capsules, natural lutein, natural zeaxanthin, natural Vitamin E, and no artificial ingredients or colors.

• VisiVite AREDS2 Select
• VisiVite AREDS2 Plus+ Formula