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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Dry Macular Degeneration

Dry Macular Degeneration is the most common form of age related macular degeneration, or AMD. Over 90% of AMD cases are diagnosed as Dry Macular Degeneration. It primarily occurs in people age 50 and older, and gets worse with age. It happens as a result of weak blood vessels in your eyes and causes central vision loss.

Dry Macular Degeneration Facts

Dry AMD starts slowly, and as a result many people attribute their vision loss to the natural aging process. Early detection and treatment is key to slowing its effects. Test your vision now before it's too late.
There is no cure, but studies show that Macular Degeneration Supplements work to help minimize Dry AMD.
Causes of Dry AMD include age, heredity, nutrition, smoking, and sunlight.
Sufferers report seeing blind spots, which affect their driving and reading abilities.
Failure to treat Dry AMD can result in permanent blind spots and chronic eye irritation.

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Articles and News on Dry AMD

As America's baby boomers age, Dry Macular Degeneration has been in the news quite a bit lately. It's difficult to find the true facts on AMD, so we've compiled important articles and newsworthy updates on Dry AMD for you. Take a few minutes to read articles About AMD Vitamin Supplements, Research on Anti-Oxidants in AMD Vitamins, and Age Related Macular Degeneration Prevention. Check out AMD News Articles to find up to the minute info on Dry AMD.

The Inside Scoop on Dry AMD Supplements

The National Institutes of Health recently published the Age Related Eye Disease Study, or (AREDS). AREDS found that taking eye vitamins containing high doses of Anti-Oxidants and Zinc minimized the progression of macular degeneration by 25%. VisiVite's AMD supplements have large doses of Anti-Oxidants and Zinc. Plus, they have less than a 0.1% incidence of side effects. Our Macular Degeneration Supplements contain:

267% Daily Value of Zinc
1333% Daily Value Vitamin E
833% Vitamin C
10 mg Lutein from FloraGLO
400 mcg Zeaxanthin from FloraGLO

New Treatments

There have been several new treatments for both Dry AMD and Wet AMD in the news lately. Low vision rehabilitation has been shown to help Dry AMD sufferers, and a laser surgery called photodynamic therapy can sometimes treat Wet AMD.

What You Can Do

Sadly, there is no cure for Dry AMD, but studies have shown that the ingredients in VisiVite's unique Macular Degeneration Supplements can slow the effects of Dry Macular Degeneration. Check out our Eye Supplement Information to get in the know on the ingredients that will help keep your eyes healthy for life. Stop the damage now with VisiVite's Dry AMD supplements.

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