Eye vitamin & mineral supplement. Based on the only clinically proven formula. Doctor recommended (Data on file for No. 1 doctor recommended brand, Bausch + Lomb), No. 1 brand. Areds was a 10-year, independent study conducted by the National Eye Institute (NEI) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) that established the benefits of AREDS supplementation for people with moderate-to-advanced AMD. The joy of sight. Join the community for people who take PreserVision. See inside to join! or visit PreserVision.com. From the eye care experts at Bausch + Lomb. Bausch + Lomb PreserVision Lutein Formula is based on the clinically-proven PreserVision AREDS formula, with lutein (replacing beta-carotene). A powerful antioxidant, lutein filters harmful blue light that can damage the macula. Medical experts recommend an AREDS vitamin for all people diagnosed with moderate-to-advanced AMD. (These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease).