Contact Lens Discomfort

Doctor Endorsements

This combination of nutrients, found in supplements like Ocuvite and VisiVite, is now widely recommended for people with moderate or severe macular degeneration. Current or former smokers may be better off with VisiVite's Smoker's Formula, which leaves out the beta-carotene (beta-carotene supplements my increase the risk of lung cancer in smokers).

Marvin Moe Bell, M.D., M.P.H.

Physician and Author

We see approximately 120 patients per week with about 15% having or being at risk for macular degeneration. Using the AREDS as our reference we became aware of the importance of nutritional supplements in the prevention of the progression of macular degeneration. This along with various other studies on the importance of vitamins for general eye health prompted us to look for a supplement that fit the needs of our patients. Visivite showed itself to be the only company who took pains to offer the ratio of different vitamins initially determined by AREDS.

Dr. Kendal Piatt, O.D.

Optometrist

At "Island Retina" our mission statement is to provide outstanding retinal care in a warm and supportive environment. I have been practicing for more than 20 years. We love taking care of patients with retinal disease including diabetes, macular degeneration and retinal detachments. Our practice is unique in that we have a surgery center,we are involved in several national research projects as well as our own research, and we have a satelite office in Commack, NY. I do a great deal of lecturing throughout the country as part of my committment to education. We have been recommending Visivite for several years. AREDS formulation vitamins are the mainstay in the treatment of dry AMD which affects about 1.7 million Americans. We find that the VisiVite vitamins fit the needs of our patients. We can recommend different formulations based on the patients' history. The quality is unsurpassed, they are well tolerated which increases patient compliance.

Pamela Weber, M.D.

Ophthalmologist

I've been in practice for 36 years. We see many patients with Macular Degeneration and dry eyes. As a general Ophthalmologist, I see patients with varying Eye problems including cataracts and glaucoma. Based on the AREDS study, a vitamin like Visivite is the only treatment for Macular Degeneration available today.

Martin L Weinhoff, MD

Ophthalmologist

We recommend that all of our patients take the VisiVite AREDS 2 formula vitamins, due to the evidence based nature of the formula (doses are based on the NIH study of macular degeneration).

Marc Lay, OD

Optometrist

East Florida Eye Institute specializes in the treatment of Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma, Diabetic Eye Disease, and Dry Eye Disease. We recommend the use of VisiVite for all of our Macular Degeneration patients.

Ronald E. P. Frenkel, M.D.

Ophthalmologist

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Nutritional supplements may help ease dry eye symptoms that are commonly associated with contact lens discomfort.

Mucin: This natural protein acts as a "glue" that binds tears to the surface of the cornea. Mucin coats dry spots, maintains tear film integrity and forms a vapor barrier that keeps moisture from evaporating from the eye too quickly. These eye-hydrating properties promote contact lens comfort.

Polar phospholipids: Phosphatidylethanolamine, phosphatidylcholine, sphingomyelin and phosphatidylserine are orthomolecules that exist naturally throughout the body, including within the eye's tear glands. Phospholipids play a role in maintaining tear film integrity and proper eye hydration.

Omega-3 fatty acids: Found in flaxseed, borage and fish oils, the Omega-3s DHA, EPA and ALA all help to modulate tear gland inflammation. Omega-3s' soothing properties help to minimize dry eye and optimize eye hydration for contact lens comfort.

Vitamins C and B6: Omega-3 fatty acid nutrition for healthy tear production is better absorbed and utilized by the body when it is taken in conjunction with vitamin C and vitamin B6.

Turmeric: This famed Indian spice is increasingly shown by scientific research to have powerful inflammation-modulating properties which may ease contact lens-related dry eye symptoms.

Phytosterols: These plant-based compounds promote eye hydration and tear production, maintaining a healthy, comfortable eye environment for contact lens wearers.

Nutritional Support for Burning Eyes

Nutritional support for optimizing tear production and promoting healthy tear film layers may assist with symptoms related to burning eyes.

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