Supporting healthy vision through nutrition means getting omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidant plant compounds including carotenoids and bioflavonoids, and basic vitamins and minerals including B6 and magnesium. ...More
Following a healthy diet that includes antioxidants and omega-3s can help support the health of the eye and fight off conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataract. ...More
Several nutritional ingredients including carnosine, lutein and vitamin E can support the health of the eye’s lens and fight the onset of cataract. ...More
Consuming a diet rich in antioxidant vitamins and carotenoids can help fight the development of cataracts, particularly in diabetics, who are particularly prone to the eye condition. ...More
Dietary supplements containing lutein and zeaxanthin have been shown in studies to reduce the occurrence of AMD and cataract, supporting healthy visual function. ...More
Women who eat foods rich in a variety of vitamins and minerals may have a lower risk of developing the most common type of cataract that occurs in the United States, according to a report in the June issue of Archives of Ophthalmology (2010;128[6]:738-749). ...More
Lighting up a cigarette may make it more difficult to see in the long term, according to a vision specialist quoted on Contact Lens Safety News. ...More
As a recent study finds seniors taking SSRIs for depression are at a higher risk for cataract, self-reported use of antidepressants is on the rise among consumers. ...More
While eye care might not be considered a priority for many consumers, taking the time to ensure adequate consumption of key nutrients including antioxidant vitamins and the carotenoids lutein, zeaxanthin and astaxanthin can bolster eye health. ...More
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