Macular Health Protocol

SStrong EvidenceMedium commitment7 steps · 6 supplements · 1 habits

Latest evidence update: 2026-12-01

What this protocol does

An AREDS2-based protocol for long-term retinal health and reducing the risk of age-related macular degeneration. Built on the largest randomized trial in eye-health research (3,000+ participants, 5-year follow-up).

Expected outcomes

Research outcomes from 5 supplements and habits (22 data points)

Outcome estimates are derived from published research and represent population-level associations, not guaranteed individual results. Consult a healthcare professional before making decisions based on these estimates. Combined effects account for shared biological mechanisms between interventions.

Research behind the components

Aggregated from the supplements and habits in this protocol; not a composite protocol grade · 1000 studies referenced

Referenced studies (1000)

Protocol steps

LuteinsupplementAAdequate Evidence

With breakfast · 10mg

AREDS2 dose. Macular pigment component

ZeaxanthinsupplementAAdequate Evidence

With breakfast · 2mg

AREDS2 dose. Pairs with lutein in retinal macular pigment

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Lutein

10mg

Zeaxanthin

2mg

Vitamin C

500mg

Vitamin E

400 IU mixed tocopherols

Zinc

25mg (AREDS2-reduced dose)

Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)

2g (DHA-rich)

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