Age-related vision problems affect one in seven New Zealanders over the age of 50.

However, the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS)¹ - sponsored by the US National Eye Institute - showed that appropriate levels of high-dose antioxidant vitamins and minerals (vitamins C, E, beta-carotene, copper and zinc) may support healthy eyesight.

Scientists have discovered that lutein and zeaxanthin, two antioxidant nutrients found highly concentrated in the eye, can help protect the macula in the eye from oxidative stress due to sunlight exposure.²   Following this exciting research, the latest AREDS 2, which is due for completion in 2012, is investigating the effectiveness of lutein and zeaxanthin.

Lutein and zeaxanthin are key ingredients in Clinicians' recently released, improved formulation VisionCare with Lutein dietary supplement, the number 1 seller for macular health³ in New Zealand.

Now branded as Clinicians VisionCare with Lutein, this unique, scientifically-based formula supports macular health and healthy vision. The new formulation contains natural forms of lutein and zeaxanthin and better matches the new AREDS 2. The product has also changed to a twice-daily (BID) dosing regime for greater compliance.

Clinicians VisionCare with Lutein also provides important high-dose antioxidant vitamins and minerals (vitamins C and E, zinc, selenium and copper) which offer support for healthy vision. The new product includes natural vitamin E and bio-available mineral salts for enhanced absorption.

New Clinicians VisionCare with Lutein is available in packs of 60 capsules.  RRP is $39.90 per pack.

Dietary supplements are not a replacement for a balanced diet.  Always read the label and use as directed.  Use with a balanced diet and exercise. If symptoms persist see your health professional. Do not exceed the recommended dose.

Reference: 1.Age-Related Eye Disease Study Research Group. A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Clinical Trial of High-Dose Supplementation With Vitamins C and E and Beta Carotene for Age-Related Cataract and Vision Loss: AREDS Report No. 9. Arch Ophthalmol, Oct 2001; 119: 1439 - 1452.

Reference: 2. Augmentation of macular pigment following supplementation with all three macular
carotenoids: an exploratory study. Connolly EE, Beatty S, Thurnham DI, et al. Curr Eye Res.
Apr 2010;35 (4):335-351.

Reference: 3. Aztec data to 09.10.2011- New Zealand pharmacy.