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INDUSTRY INSIGHT

EYE CARE

SPONSORED CONTENT

Helps
Pioneer New Vitamins for Age-Related
Macular Degeneration (ARMD)

AIO

is pleased to announce the start of our new
Vitamin supplements designed specifically for our
patients with low and high risk Age-related Macular
Degeneration. ARMD is one of the most severe ocular conditions,
robbing almost two million Americans of their central vision.
Over the last decade, it has been recognized that adequate nutrition
is essential in supporting eye health. Age-Related Eye Disease Study
(AREDS) researchers reported in 2001 that a nutritional supplement
combining vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene, zinc and copper can
reduce the risk of late AMD by 25%.
In 2006, the AREDS research group, which is based at NIH’s National
Eye Institute (NEI), began a second study called AREDS2 to determine
if they could improve the original AREDS formulation. This study
was a major clinical study, and the goal of the AREDS2 study was
to determine if altering the original AREDS antioxidant and zinc
formulation would further reduce the risk of moderate to advanced
AMD. The study was an independent 5 year clinical study with 4,200
participants. Based on study results, the NEI proposed a modification
to the original AREDS supplement formula as follows: Vitamin C
500 mg, vitamin E 400 IU, zinc 80 mg, copper 2mg, lutein 10mg and
zeaxanthin 2mg.
By closely working with Arnet Labs and following the new
recommendations and guidelines of the AREDS2 study, Dr. Miguel
Busquets, Dr. Brian Jewart and Dr. Christopher Seebruck have
helped pioneer two vitamin formulas specifically designed for their
own patients’ needs. They are now working directly with this new
manufacturer that responds immediately to our doctors’ requests.
This unique relationship enables the doctors at AIO to rapidly update
the vitamin formulations necessary for your eye care needs based on
current research and recommendations, which is something that is not
possible with mass-produced brands.
The doctors are pleased to offer this convenience to our patients
in all of our offices or via mail order. As an AIO patient, you can
have the confidence that your surgeon is using the most advanced
technologies, products and procedures to help you attain your vision
goals. Investing in research is just another way AIO demonstrates our

ongoing commitment to achieving the best results for your vision
care.
For more information on how to order your vitamin supplements,
please call 888-634-9800 or visit our office.

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