The NEI Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS2) is a study of age-related macular degeneration and cataract.  NEI is testing oral supplements of fish oil and vitamins (lutein/zeaxanthin) which are found in green leafy vegetables for the treatment of these two eye conditions.  Additionally, NEI is testing whether these supplements have any effect on heart disease and cognitive function.

Emily Chew, M.D.
chewe@mail.nih.gov
301.496.6583