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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 support for optimizing clear, healthy tear film layers may assist with eye floater symptoms. Some nutrients that have been investigated for easing eye floater symptoms include the following:

Omega-3 fatty acids: Found in borage, flaxseed and fish oils, the Omega-3s DHA, EPA and ALA modulate the body's inflammatory response and help to balance concentrations of pro-inflammatory eicosanoids. This is important because tear gland inflammation has been associated with dry eye and tear film issues that may cause some eye floater symptoms.

Turmeric: Like the Omega-3s, the valued spice turmeric -- and specifically, its active constituent curcumin -- possesses inflammation-moduating properties that support tear gland health and tear film clarity.

Polar phospholipids: Phosphatidylcholine, phosphatidylethanolamine, phosphatidylserine and sphingomyelin are orthomolecules that are naturally present in the tear glands. These phospholipids optimize the three tear layers, promoting a stable, hydrated tear film that is associated with clear, floater-free visual health.

Vitamins B6 and C: These vitamins play a role in essential fatty acid metabolism, and may assist with the uptake and utilization of Omega-3s in the body -- optimizing their benefits for tear film clarity and stability.

Mucin and phytosterols: These natural compounds help to promote hydration throughout the eye, optimizing comfort, tear production and eye tissue integrity -- supporting retinal stability while minimizing eye floater symptoms.

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