Independent eye nutrition guide
VisiFlora vs. AREDS2
AREDS2 is not a generic synonym for “eye vitamin.” It refers to a specific evidence base and formulation used in people with particular stages of age-related macular degeneration.
| Question | VisiFlora | AREDS2 |
|---|---|---|
| What is it? | Commercial multi-ingredient vision supplement | Specific studied nutrient formulation |
| Evidence standard | Evaluate product-specific evidence separately | Large NEI clinical trials in defined AMD populations |
| Interchangeable? | No. Do not assume one substitutes for the other. | |
The NEI lists the AREDS2 formula as vitamin C 500 mg, vitamin E 400 IU, copper 2 mg, zinc 80 mg, lutein 10 mg and zeaxanthin 2 mg. Ask an eye-care professional whether AREDS2 is appropriate for you.
Read our AREDS2 explainer or return to the VisiFlora review.