AREDS2 VISION DEFENDER AMD Supplement: Lutein, Zeaxanthin, Zinc, Vitamin E – AREDS 2 Eye Vitamins, Minerals, Nutrients for Eyes. 3 Months Supply (90 tablets) One-A-Day Vegan Eye Supplement. Made in UK

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TRUST AND BENEFIT FROM THE SPECIALISTS – The trusted Vision Defender range of eye vision supplements has been specially developed by qualified health care professionals to improve the health and vision of your eyes. Our Chief Pharmacist and Co-Founder Keith specialises in eye nutrition and has written a book: “Help! What Vitamins Should I Take for My Eyes?” Our eyesight is precious and important in everything we do - continue to do all the things you love with Vision Defender. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). Age-related macular degeneration (AMD): Overview. TRUST AND BENEFIT FROM THE SPECIALISTS - The trusted Vision Defender range of eye health supplements has been specially developed by qualified health care professionals to improve the health and vision of your eyes. Our Chief Pharmacist and Co-Founder Keith specialises in eye nutrition and has written a book: “Help! What Vitamins Should I Take for My Eyes?”. Our eyesight is precious and important in everything we do - continue to do all the things you love with Vision Defender.

Vitamin C 500 mg: Vitamin C is a vitamin that is present throughout all parts of the retina of the eye and is thought to be protective against AMD.

Should you take nutritional supplements for AMD?

Our comprehensive blend of vitamins and minerals, including vitamins C and E, zinc, copper, and lutein/zeaxanthin, Is expertly formulated to support your eye health, helping you maintain your vision and quality of life. ENHANCED AREDS2 FORMULA, ENHANCED EYE HEALTH CARE - This special eye supplement provides the EXACT gold standard AREDS2 formula (Lutein 10mg, Zeaxanthin 2mg, Vitamin C 500mg, Vitamin E 400IU, Zinc 25mg, Copper 2mg), PLUS the added power of Meso-Zeaxanthin 10mg. By adding the ‘missing’ ingredient Meso-Zeaxanthin to the AREDS2 formula, Vision Defender PLUS provides all the carotenoids found in the eye, thus 'completing' a well established formula and bringing superior eye health benefits. The second AREDS trial, AREDS2, looked at replacing beta-carotene with different antioxidants, lutein, and zeaxanthin. No link has been found between lung cancer and lutein and zeaxanthin for either current or ex-smokers. Lutein 10 milligrams (mg): This is a type of micronutrient, called a carotenoid, that comes from plants. Carotenoids are structurally related to vitamin A.The body does not produce its own lutein; it must obtain lutein from the diet.

However, data from other studies on the relationship between vitamin E and prostate cancer conflict: A study published in the journal Ophthalmology , found that whilst all of the supplements studied contained the ingredients from the AREDS or AREDS2 formula, only 4 out of 11 (36%) contained equivalent doses of AREDS or AREDS2 ingredients. People who have a certain form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) may benefit from a specific mix of vitamins and minerals. Taking these nutritional supplements might help slow this eye disease. Seddon JM, Rosner B, Sperduto RD, et al. Dietary fat and risk for advanced age-related macular degeneration. Arch Ophthalmol. 2001;119(8):1191-9. doi:10.1001/archopht.119.8.1191. Lutein and zeaxanthin filter harmful high-energy blue wave lengths of light and help to protect and maintain healthy cells in the eyes. Vitamin C and E help to protect cells from oxidative stress and zinc helps to maintain normal vision.Some studies suggest very light cooking may increase the bioavailability of lutein; that is the ease with which the body can absorb the lutein. Seddon JM, Ajani UA, et al. Dietary carotenoids, vitamins A, C, and E, and advanced age-related macular degeneration. Eye Disease Case-Control Study Group. JAMA. 1994 Nov 9;272(18):1413-20. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7933422/ Zinc oxide 80 mg or 25 mg:Zinc is a trace mineral, thought to play an important role in the function of the retina. Zinc depletion results in difficulty with adapting to night vision and other reduced functions of the retina.

In the AREDS trial, the 80 mg zinc dose (alone or in combination with antioxidant vitamins) was found to be effective compared to a placebo. Although zinc was found to be an essential component of the AREDS formulation, some nutritional experts recommended a lower dose. In the AREDS2 trial, there was no placebo control. Instead, participants were given the option to take the original formula or to be randomly assigned to receive a modified version, such as a formula containing 25 mg zinc. The investigators did not find a difference in the effects of 80 mg vs. 25 mg zinc. Because AREDS2 did not include a placebo control, results from AREDS, placebo-controlled trial, are still considered the gold standard. RNIB Certificate in Contracted (Grade 2) Unified English Braille - Exam-only option for blind and partially people Vitamin supplementation with AREDS2 Vitamin combinations such as VisuBright is an easy way to be proactive about your eye health and reduce the risk of AMD progression and associated vision loss.

Oxidants are thought to be partly responsible for the ageing process. In the eye they may contribute to the development of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) by speeding up cell degeneration. Moeller SM, Parekh N, et al; CAREDS Research Study Group. Associations between intermediate age-related macular degeneration and lutein and zeaxanthin in the Carotenoids in Age-related Eye Disease Study (CAREDS): ancillary study of the Women's Health Initiative. Arch Ophthalmol. 2006 Aug;124(8):1151-62. doi: 10.1001/archopht.124.8.1151. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16908818/ PREMIUM QUALITY, VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN FRIENDLY – This eyesight supplement is made in the UK using top-grade ingredients to strict GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards in MHRA inspected facilities, so you can be assured that this is a superior quality eye supplement. Specially made to be suitable for vegan and vegetarians, all ingredients are from vegetable sources and are free from artificial preservatives, colours, flavours, lactose, gluten and GMO. Cruelty-free: Not tested on animals.

Macushield Gold is recommended for those with wet macular degeneration or with signs that show they are at risk of it. Supplements containing bilberries and/or pine bark extract are also worthy of consideration, given their long history of use in eye health, including asthenopia (eye strain) [3] and retinal health [4]. Lutein and zeaxanthin are yellow plant pigments which give certain foods their colour. Lutein and zeaxanthin are found in high concentrations in the macula. Another carotenoid, meso-zeaxanthin, is formed in the body from lutein. Smoking increases the production of the damaging free radicals. People who smoke are up to four times more likely to develop AMD than those who don't, regardless of genetic risk.At VisuBright, we understand how important your vision is to your quality of life. That's why we've created a premium AREDS2 ophthalmic vitamin designed to support the nutritional needs of patients with Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). By taking VisuBright, you can feel empowered knowing you are being proactive about your eye health. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. UK MANUFACTURING – Our manufacturing facilities are based in the UK and each capsule is made to the highest stringent quality and GMP compliance. Supplementation with bilberry or pine bark extract supplements have been shown to improve capillary resistance and reduce leakages into the retina – slowing or preventing diabetic retinopathy [1] [2] and even some recovery of vision [3]. It stands to reason that a supplement containing a combination of these ingredients would be beneficial in diabetic retinopathy, and further research is warranted.