"How does a healthy diet support eye health?"
To have healthy eyes you should have a diet rich in fruits and vegetables.  Dark green leafy vegetables contain the pigment lutein, which is deposited in the center of the retina (the macula) and thickens the protective pigment which protects against harmful sunlight and damaging free radicals.  Brightly colored vegetables and berries are also protective against macular degeneration, a common potentially blinding disease.  It is now recommended that we eat 7 to 13 servings of fruits and vegetables each day, which is very difficult for most people to achieve.
 
"What is Juice Plus, and how is it made?"
Juice Plus is a combination of 17 different kinds of fruits, vegetables, and grains.  The water and fiber are removed, leaving a nutrient dense food powder that can be taken in capsule or chewable form.  Since it is food, Juice Plus can be safely used by patients of all ages and with no concern about adverse side effects or reaction with any medications they may be taking.  We recommend these for everyone, but especially people with family histories of macular degeneration and those who smoke or know they have poor eating habits. People should still eat as many fruits and vegetables as they can, all the better along with Juice Plus.

"Why have we chosen Juice Plus over similar products?"
We have chosen Juice Plus compared to similar products because of the extensive scientific, high quality, independent studies of Juice Plus.  No other product of this kind has been as thoroughly studied.  The studies show that the capsules are absorbed and utilized in the body, help support a healthy immune system, protect DNA, reduce oxidative stress, and promote cardiovascular wellness.

"Can't I just ake vitamins and have healthy eyes?"
We recommend specific vitamins, i.e. Tozal, to some of our patients, particularly those with existing macular degeneration.  However, there can be problems from taking too much of one type of vitamin, resulting in decreased absorption of other vitamins and side effects from taking high amounts of vitamins, such as zinc.  Therefore, we don't recommend vitamins for most of our patients.  We do recommend Juice Plus for everyone, however, because it is safer and more beneficial to eat the food itself, which contains thousands of phytonutrients in a natural ratio, not just a few select compounds in high concentrations.

"Where can I get more information about Juice Plus or order the product?"
Extensive information is available about Juice Plus on our at website www.innovative-JuicePlus.com. You may also order Juice Plus in the form of capsules (fruit and vegetable, or berry sold separately) and soft chews.