Based on the recently released AREDS 2 data, Omega-3 fatty acids and beta-carotene do not reduce the risk of progression to advanced AMD (age-related macular degeneration); however, adding lutein and zeaxanthin in place of beta-carotene may further improve the formulation.
Our optometrists now recommend that patients with macular degeneration no longer take beta-carotene, but look for a vitamin with:
Our optometrists now recommend that patients with macular degeneration no longer take beta-carotene, but look for a vitamin with:
10 mg Lutein
2 mg zeaxanthin
80mg zinc
2mg copper
500mg vitamin C
400 IU vitamin E
Normal Vision
Vision with AMD
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