Synergy
Eye Defense Formula+
85/100
SUPPIE SCORE
70/100
EFFICACY
High
SAFETY
92/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does Eye Defense Formula+ Do?
Combines lutein, zeaxanthin, and antioxidant vitamins loosely modeled on macular health research, though key ingredients differ from validated clinical protocol doses.
How does this formula compare to the proven AREDS2 formulation?
Should I take these capsules with a meal containing dietary fat?
Can smokers safely take the beta-carotene in this supplement?
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What Are the Benefits of Eye Defense Formula+?
Based on proven scientific research
Increases macular pigment optical densityStrong
Slows intermediate AMD progressionModerate
Enhances retinal antioxidant protectionMild
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What Are the Side Effects of Synergy Eye Defense Formula+?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskLow Risk
Overview
•Nitrate medications: NAC potentiates vasodilation, risking severe hypotension and headache
•Current or former smokers: beta-carotene supplements increase lung cancer incidence
•Pre-existing severe cardiovascular disease: bitter orange bioflavonoids may contain synephrine
•Stop and get advice if: severe lightheadedness, faintness, or palpitations
•Stop and get advice if: persistent severe nausea or abdominal pain
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Inactive Ingredients
Gelatin
Low RiskRice flour
Low RiskVegetable magnesium stearate
Low RiskWhat Are the Ingredients in Synergy Eye Defense Formula+?
Vitamin A (from beta-carotene, mixed carotenoids)
750 mcg
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid)
750 mg
Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol [D3])
25 mcg
Vitamin E (from d-alpha tocopheryl succinate)
134 mg
Riboflavin (vitamin B2)
25 mg
Zinc (from zinc picolinate)
12.5 mg
Selenium (from l-selenomethionine)
50 mcg
Copper (from copper glycinate chelate)
1 mg
Chromium (from chromium nicotinate glycinate chelate)
100 mcg
Bitter Orange Extract (dried fruit) (supplies 62.5 mg citrus bioflavonoids)
125 mg
N-Acetyl L-Cysteine (NAC)
100 mg
Taurine
100 mg
Quercetin Dihydrate
50 mg
Rutin
50 mg
Lutein (from Aztec marigold flower extract)
10 mg
Bilberry Extract (fruit)
5 mg
L-Glutathione (reduced)
5 mg
Zeaxanthin (from Aztec marigold flower extract)
400 mcg
GELATIN
RICE FLOUR
VEGETABLE MAGNESIUM STEARATE
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Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in Eye Defense Formula+ compare to the research.
•Formula — 18 actives: 8 below studied amounts, all of them by more than half (bitter orange extract, n-acetyl L-cysteine and 6 more), 8 within studied amounts and 1 meeting daily needs.
•Selenium (from l-selenomethionine) 50 mcg a day covers the daily reference intake; the studied range is 55-200 mcg/day.
•Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol [D3]) 25 mcg a day is within the studied range of 15-100 mcg/day; cholecalciferol is a preferred form.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Synergy Eye Defense Formula+