ICaps Eye Vitamin & Mineral Supplement AREDS Formula contains the same antioxidants & zinc ingredients used in the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS), conducted by the National Eye Institute. AREDS is a ground-breaking, 10-year clinical study that proved the benefit of these high-potency antioxidant & zinc ingredients in certain patients at high-risk. It is important to note that the high-potency Vitamin C, Vitamin E & zinc ingredient levels found in ICaps Eye Vitamin AREDS Formula generally can be attained only by supplementation & not through diet alone. * AREDS Formula (Age-Related Eye Disease Study) * Lactose Free * Easy to swallow.