In 2001, the professional societies for eye doctors, including both the American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Academy of Optometry, informed their doctor members of a ground-breaking study from the United States National Eye Institute. For the first time ever, a vitamin nutritional formula was shown to be beneficial in slowing the progression of a blinding eye disease known as macular degeneration. The study was called the Age-Related Eye Disease Study, and has since become widely known by its acronym, AREDS.The highly focused and powerful formula consisted of: 25,000 IU beta carotene (Vitamin A), 500 mg Vitamin C, 400 IU of Vitamin E, 80 mg of Zinc and 2 mg of Copper.

Working closely with doctors, scientists, and the top quality pharmaceutical laboratories in the country, Dr. Paul Krawitz, a prominent and well-recognized board-certified ophthalmic surgeon in New York, formulated in November 2001 the first eye vitamin formula based on AREDS that utilized Natural Vitamin E oils rather than Synthetic Vitamin E - recognized by the designation of D-Alpha Tocopherol on the Supplement Facts. And because beta-carotene was shows to have risks in smokers, VisiVite Smokers Formula - containing the carotenoid Lutein in place of beta-carotene, was launched. Although widely copied since, VisiVite Smokers Formula was the first mixed eye vitamin formula in the world designed for smokers. Doctors and patients alike embraced these two early formulas.

Pamela Weber, Ophthalmologist

Based upon subsequent published studies in reputable scientific journals, continued development of products continued, including those that contained high levels of Zeaxanthin - a highly potent carotenoid in the same family as Lutein, but with even higher affinity for the delicate macular tissue and stronger antioxidant properties. Formulas included VisiVite i-Defense Gold and Green Formulas, and in response to doctors' request for an eye vitamin formula that was safe for people taking Coumadin (warfarin), VisiVite i-Defense E-Free Formula.

Working with doctors proved to be a critically important aspect toward the formulation of a nutritional supplement to provide relief of symptoms in patients with Dry Eye Syndrome. The mechanism and biology of the tear film was studied in detail. The tear film is complex, consisting not only of salt water, but also a protein called 'mucin' that helps to bind the tear film to the corneal surface, and lipids secreted by the Meibomian glands, which act on the outside of the tears as a 'vapor barrier' to prevent tear evaporation. Joining each of these three layers of the tear film together are phospholipids - molecules that contain sections that on one end are stable in salt water, and on the other end stable in oil.Dr. Krawitz was awarded with United States Patent 7,638,142 for his creation of a Therapeutic Composition for the Treatment of Dry Eye Syndrome. This patented formula is sold as Dry Eye Relief Tear Stabilization Formula, and has been used successfully by young adults uncomfortable from dry eye due to contact lens wear or Lasik, as well as both middle aged and elderly people with dry eye due to age-related tear film deficiency.

Since 2001, VisiVite has become the choice of doctors, hospitals and patients seeking quality vitamins for ocular health. Not only do we offer several VisiVite eye supplements to fit your specific needs, but in addition, we take a personal interest in your visual function.Our physicians and nutritional experts continue to comb the scientific literature to determine which ingredients are of real value in an eye vitamin to include in our eye nutraceuticals.VisiVite customers are treated as partners in their well-being, and are often the first to learn of new breakthrough therapies for healthy vision. We personally guarantee your satisfaction in VisiVite Vitamins for Eye Health.VisiVite.Com is "The Source" for the latest breaking scientific news and information for ocular nutrition and premium eye supplements.Browse the "Eye Vitamin Advice" and "Vision Resources" sections above, subscribe to our newsletter, download a free copy of Dr. Krawitz's book, "The Ultimate Insider's Guide to Eye Health."Choose from among our 13 nutritional formulas for eye health.