Vision Essence CAREDS Low-Zinc (also known as GTG3 Low-Zinc +MZ) is a specialized ocular nutritional supplement specifically formulated for individuals with intermediate age-related macular degeneration (AMD) whose genetic profile indicates they require a lower dose of zinc. The capsules are vegan-friendly, clean-label, and independently tested to be soy- and gluten-free. 

Key Product Overview
Unlike standard AREDS2 eye vitamins that contain a high dose of zinc (typically 80mg), this formula scales the zinc down to 25mg per daily serving to avoid potential adverse genetic interactions while still providing vital macular protection.
The Genetic Link: This product is custom-tailored for patients who have completed a genetic test (like the VitaRisk cheek swab) and are identified as
Genotype Group 3 (GTG3). Clinical discussions indicate that high-dose zinc can accelerate geographic atrophy in specific genetic profiles, making a low-zinc or zinc-free alternative safer.
Contraindications: Eye care guidelines advise against using this low-zinc formula for early-stage AMD. For early AMD or individuals who haven't had genetic testing, zinc-free options like Vision Essence Early Defence or Zinc-Free CAREDS are typically recommended.

Medicinal Ingredients (Daily Serving)
The product comes as a two-bottle kit (a 3-month supply) where you take one capsule from each bottle daily with your largest meal:
The Triple Carotenoid Blend (Bottle 1): Contains 10 mg Lutein, 2 mg Zeaxanthin, and 10 mg Meso-Zeaxanthin. Meso-zeaxanthin is a critical antioxidant that filters blue light but is difficult to obtain through diet alone.
Antioxidants & Minerals (Bottle 2): Contains 500 mg Vitamin C, 400 IU Vitamin E, 25 mg Zinc (as gluconate), and 0.5 mg Copper (as citrate to prevent zinc-induced copper deficiency).