Advanced Therapeutics Lutein Rx-Eye

Advanced Therapeutics Lutein Rx-Eye

NaturesPlus4.5 (228 ratings)
Format:Capsule Quantity: 60 Capsule(s) · 20 servings
Goals
$36.08 $1.80 per serving

About this product

Eye support is a clear theme, with lutein-related carotenoids contributing to the eye's light-filtering pigment. Vitamins A, C and E and zinc provide related nutritional roles. The carotenoid preparation and small bilberry amount do not establish specific visual-performance benefits.

The zinc and chromium forms are favorable, but several other preparations are less clearly identified. Vitamin C is declared as a 500 mg total from two forms with no proportions, so the entries should not be added together. The broader ingredient mix does not establish stronger eye benefits simply through having more components.

The serving is relatively expensive for several individual nutrient contributions. Chromium and the small glutathione addition do not strengthen the eye-specific case in a clear way. It fits someone seeking a combined eye-nutrition formula who accepts uncertainty about the additional ingredients.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking a combination of eye-related nutrients
  • People with relevant dietary gaps who prefer a combined formula
Best for
  • Supporting normal eye nutrition
  • Providing carotenoids related to the eye's light-filtering pigment

Pros

  • Carotenoids provide a clear eye-related purpose
  • Zinc and chromium have favorable identified forms
  • Vitamin C supports normal collagen formation when intake is low

Cons

  • Carotenoid preparation does not fully match the material behind specific benefits
  • The bilberry amount has limited relevance to focusing claims
  • Vitamin C mixture proportions are undisclosed
  • The full serving price is relatively high for several nutrients

Product analysis

55 out of 100

Advanced Therapeutics Lutein Rx-Eye combines eye-related carotenoids with nutrients that support normal vision when intake is low. The carotenoid preparation does not fully match the material behind the expected eye benefits, which limits confidence in the result.

AI assessment of the formula, label and price. How scoring works

Nutrient Quality43

The zinc and chromium forms are favorable choices, but several other ingredients lack clear form details. Quality across the whole mixture therefore remains unevenly established.

Ingredient Transparency71

All ingredient amounts are listed, helping with serving comparisons. Several forms and the proportions of the vitamin C mixture are not disclosed.

Value For Money33

The full serving cost is relatively high for several vitamins and minerals provided. Value for the eye-focused ingredients cannot be firmly judged.

Customer Satisfaction70

Customer ratings are generally favorable. A few hundred ratings provide useful feedback, though they do not establish eye benefits.

Product Focus69

The formula is broad, with its clearest purpose centered on eye-related nutrition. The carotenoid preparation and small bilberry amount limit how closely its expected benefits match the relevant evidence.

Format
Capsule
Container
60 Capsule(s)
Per serving
$1.80
Customer rating
4.5 · 228 ratings
Report analysis

Goals

Impact
Highest effect
B Ingredient FitA+ PathwaysB+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 20 mgVitamin E · 134 mgVitamin C · 500 mgVitamin A · 6000 mcg RAE
Study evidence
Flavonoid Supportive 5 studies
Riboflavin Supportive 69 studies
Selenium Supportive 15 studies
Vitamin A Supportive 65 studies
Vitamin C Disputed 24 studies
Vitamin E Disputed 35 studies
Zinc Supportive 39 studies
Immunity
Impact
Highest effect
C Ingredient FitA+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Vitamin C · 500 mgZinc · 20 mgVitamin A · 6000 mcg RAESelenium · 50 mcg
Study evidence
Selenium Mixed 37 studies
Vitamin A Supportive 107 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 53 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 21 studies
Zinc Supportive 73 studies
Everyday Health
Impact
High effect
C Ingredient FitB+ PathwaysB+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Selenium · 50 mcgZinc · 20 mgVitamin C · 500 mg
Study evidence
Selenium Supportive 70 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 56 studies
Zinc Supportive 60 studies
Skin Health
Impact
Highest effect
B+ Ingredient FitB+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 20 mgVitamin C · 500 mgGluthathione · 5 mgSelenium · 50 mcgVitamin E · 134 mg
Study evidence
Selenium Supportive 22 studies
Vitamin A Supportive 106 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 53 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 38 studies
Zinc Supportive 66 studies
Impact
High effect
C Ingredient FitC PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Vitamin E · 134 mgVitamin C · 500 mg
Study evidence
Selenium Supportive 34 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 50 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 20 studies
Zinc Supportive 64 studies
Testosterone Support
Impact
High effect
D+ Ingredient FitC- PathwaysA EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 20 mg
Study evidence
Selenium No effect 16 studies
Vitamin E Disputed 3 studies
Zinc Disputed 7 studies
Impact
High effect
C+ Ingredient FitC PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 20 mgVitamin C · 500 mg
Study evidence
Selenium Disputed 7 studies
Vitamin A Disputed 13 studies
Vitamin E No effect 3 studies
Zinc Supportive 22 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Vitamin A (Beta-Carotene)
6000 mcg RAE
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate)
500 mg 49
Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Succinate)
134 mg
Riboflavin
25 mg 49
Zinc (OptiZinc)
20 mg 70
Selenium (Selenium Amino Acid Complex)
50 mcg
Chromium (ChromeMate)
120 mcg 59
Citrus Bioflavonoids
125 mg 54
Methylsulfonylmethane
100 mg
FloraGLO (Lutein)
20 mg
Bilberry
20 mg
L-Glutathione
5 mg
FloraGLO (Zeaxanthin)
876 mcg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Dairy Free No Allergies Vegetarian
Report overview
Zinc (OptiZinc) · 20 mg OverallScore70
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
A serving provides 20 mg zinc at a high cost per serving. The copper amount is unknown. It uses zinc methionine.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

It uses zinc methionine.
Zinc Form Bioavailability
It uses zinc methionine.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency61

The stated amount is 20 mg zinc. The copper amount is unknown, so the zinc-to-copper balance is unclear.
Elemental Dose Transparency
The elemental zinc amount and source are stated.
Zinc Dosage Safety & Effectiveness
A serving contains 20 mg zinc.
Zinc-to-Copper Mineral Balance
The copper amount is unknown, so the zinc-to-copper balance is unclear.

Value30

The cost per serving is high.
Price Per Serving Efficiency
The cost per serving is high.
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityD- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
A serving provides 120 mcg of chromium, and the cost per 200 mcg is high. It uses Chromium Polynicotinate. The compound weight is not separately specified.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

The chromium comes from Chromium Polynicotinate, an organic form. A branded chromium source is indicated, though its name is not specified.
Chromium Chemical Form
The chromium comes from Chromium Polynicotinate, an organic form.
Branded & Trademarked Sources
A branded chromium source is indicated, though its name is not specified.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency43

A serving provides 120 mcg of chromium. The chromium amount is listed, but the chromium compound weight is not separately specified.
Elemental Chromium Dosage
A serving provides 120 mcg of chromium.
Label Transparency & Disclosure
The chromium amount is listed, but the chromium compound weight is not separately specified.

Value10

The cost per 200 mcg of chromium is high.
Price per 200 mcg Chromium
The cost per 200 mcg of chromium is high.
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
A serving provides 500 mg of vitamin C. The whole serving is expensive when its cost is attributed to vitamin C alone. Vitamin C comes from Ascorbic Acid and Ascorbyl Palmitate. Their proportions are unknown. The other ingredients include standard excipients.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability30

Vitamin C comes from Ascorbic Acid and Ascorbyl Palmitate. Their proportions are unknown. The blend includes unbuffered ascorbic acid; the proportions are unknown.
Vitamin C Chemical Form & Delivery System
Vitamin C comes from Ascorbic Acid and Ascorbyl Palmitate. Their proportions are unknown.
Gastric Comfort & pH Balance
The blend includes unbuffered ascorbic acid; the proportions are unknown.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency83

A serving provides 500 mg of vitamin C. The other ingredients include standard excipients.
Optimal Dosage Targeting
A serving provides 500 mg of vitamin C.
Purity & Excipient Quality
The other ingredients include standard excipients.
Mineral & Source Transparency
The vitamin C amount is stated, but full source or associated mineral details are incomplete.

Value20

The whole serving is expensive when its cost is attributed to vitamin C alone.
Price per Gram of Vitamin C
The whole serving is expensive when its cost is attributed to vitamin C alone.
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  2. Glutathione and morbidity in a community-based sample of elderly.
    Julius M; Lang CA; Gleiberman L; Harburg E; DiFranceisco W; Schork A · Journal of clinical epidemiology · 1995
    Cross-sectional study33 participantsEveryday Health forGluthathione
  3. The role of zinc, copper, plasma glutathione peroxidase enzyme, and vitamins in the development of allergic diseases in early childhood: The Polish mother and child cohort study.
    Stelmach I; Grzelewski T; Bobrowska-Korzeniowska M; Kopka M; Majak P; Jerzynska J; Stelmach W; Polańska K; Sobala W; Gromadzińska J; Wąsowicz W; Hanke W · Allergy and asthma proceedings · 2014
    Cohort study240 participantsEveryday Health forGluthathione
  4. Status of glutathione and other thiols and disulfides in human plasma.
    Kleinman WA; Richie JP · Biochemical pharmacology · 2000
    Cross-sectional studyEveryday Health forGluthathione
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    Meta-analysis95 participants20 studies pooledEveryday Health forSelenium
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    Meta-analysis4 studies pooledEveryday Health Eye Health forSelenium
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    Systematic review16 studies pooledEveryday Health forSelenium
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    Meta-analysis69 studies pooledEveryday Health forVitamin C
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    Guideline / consensusEveryday Health forVitamin C
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    Cohort study598 participantsEveryday Health forVitamin C
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    Randomized trial144 participantsEveryday Health forZinc
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    Randomized trial937 participantsEveryday Health forZinc
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    Randomized trial84 participantsEveryday Health forZinc
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