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Vitamens for Macular Degeneration |
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Vitamens and Minerals to Delay and Prevent Retinal Disease
The National Eye Institute's Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) found that taking a specific high-dose formulation of antioxidants and zinc significantly reduces the risk of advanced macular degeneration and its associated vision loss. Slowing macular degeneration's progression from the intermediate stage to the advanced stage will save the vision of many people. An ongoing study (AREDS 2) is testing whether additional compounds (lutein, zeaxanthin, and omega-3 fatty acids) provide further benefit for macular degeneration.
In addition to these vitamens and mineral supplements, a healthy balanced diet with vegetables and fish can benefit the retina, limiting damage to the retina from macular degeneration and disease of the macula. |
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