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MacularProtect Complete Drink Mix Highlights
New! Tasty drink mix with natural mango lemonade flavor.
Suggested Use: Mix one scoop with 1 cup (8 fl. oz) of water and stir vigorously. Store in a cool, dry place; do not refrigerate. Use a dry scoop, and replace cap tightly immediately after use.
Note: pregnant or lactating women or individuals with medical conditions should consult a physician before using.
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Note: There are minor differences between the drink mix and capsule formulas to optimize drink mix taste and solubility. View differences.
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Yes. MacularProtect Complete AREDS2 uses exactly the same formula as MacularProtect Complete-S.
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The findings for the Age-Related Disease Study (AREDS) were released in October, 2001. The AREDS clinical trial has been heralded by doctors and nutrition experts as the most significant clinical trial on nutrition and age-related macular degeneration (AMD) ever. Findings of the 6 ½ year AREDS clinical trial, demonstrated a statistically significant reduction in the rate of progression of AMD in 3,640 patients taking a supplement containing vitamins, antioxidants and zinc.
The AREDS2 clinical trial, released in May, 2013, tested several variations of the original AREDS supplement, in addition to omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil, and lutein and zeaxanthin. Read more about the findings here. Based on the findings from AREDS2, the National Eye Institute now recommends a beta-carotene free formula (with lutein and zeaxanthin), such as MacularProtect Complete AREDS2.
A recent analysis of genetic data from the AREDS clinical trial questions the role of zinc for those with certain genetic risk factors for age-related macular degeneration. However, these findings are not supported by an earlier analysis of AREDS data, which found health benefits from zinc across all genetic profiles examined. SBH has consulted with top experts in the fields of genetics and nutrition - including Elizabeth Johnson, PhD of the USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging, and Professor, Friedman School of Nutrition and Science Policy at Tufts University.
Since there have been only two studies of limited size on this topic, and since the most recent findings have not been corroborated, more research is clearly needed. The National Eye Institute continues to recommend a macular formula that includes 80 mg of zinc for those with intermediate to advanced AMD. SBH will continue to monitor the research on this topic. To view SBH's detailed response to this issue, click here.
MacularProtect AREDS2 is a stand-alone product based on AREDS and AREDS2 - but does not provide a multinutrient component.
MacularProtect-Complete AREDS2 is a convenient, all-in-one nutritional formulation that includes the nutrients at levels studied in the AREDS and AREDS2 clinical trials plus a complete multinutrient for whole body health. It is free of beta-carotene for those who should avoid high levels, such as smokers.
MacularProtect-Complete AREDS2 was created in response to doctor concern that patients combining a potent AREDS formula with a separate multivitamin may be exceeding safe levels of certain nutrients, such as zinc. MacularProtect-Complete AREDS2 is carefully formulated to provide complete support for macular and whole body health while ensuring proper nutrient levels. It is also a convenient alternative to having to manage multiple nutritional products. Choose a link below to view a comparison:
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