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High-Dose Eye Supplements Slow AMD, But Not for Everyone
health1 month ago

High-Dose Eye Supplements Slow AMD, But Not for Everyone

Ophthalmologists increasingly rely on a high-dose AREDS2 formulation to slow AMD progression, achieving about 18% fewer cases of late-stage AMD vs. the original mix; beta-carotene was removed due to lung-cancer risk, replaced with lutein and zeaxanthin. The benefit is specific to intermediate AMD in one or both eyes or advanced AMD in one eye; use must be tailored by a clinician, as high-dose vitamins can interact with meds and diet and genetic tests can't reliably predict who benefits.

via The Daily Galaxy|
#amd#areds2#eye-supplement
Beyond Carrots: Four Everyday Foods That Boost Eye Health
health2 months ago

Beyond Carrots: Four Everyday Foods That Boost Eye Health

A registered dietitian identifies four foods—egg yolks, pistachios, sweet potatoes, and spinach—that supply eye-supporting nutrients such as lutein, zeaxanthin, beta-carotene, and vitamin A. Because lutein and zeaxanthin are fat-soluble, pairing them with fats (like eggs) aids absorption. These foods may help protect the retina, shield eyes from blue light, support night vision, and reduce risks of dry eye, cataracts, and age-related macular degeneration over time.

via Fox News|
#beta-carotene#eye-health#health
Plant-Based Nutrients Enhance Immune Cells' Cancer-Fighting Power
health9 months ago

Plant-Based Nutrients Enhance Immune Cells' Cancer-Fighting Power

A study from the University of Chicago found that zeaxanthin, a plant-derived nutrient known for eye health, can enhance the immune system's ability to fight cancer by boosting T-cell activity, potentially improving the effectiveness of immunotherapies. The research suggests that dietary supplements like zeaxanthin could serve as accessible adjuncts to cancer treatment, though clinical trials are needed to confirm these benefits.

via Medical Xpress|
#cancer-therapy#health#immune-system
"Boosting Athletic Vision: The Power of Colorful Foods"
sports2 years ago

"Boosting Athletic Vision: The Power of Colorful Foods"

A study from the University of Georgia suggests that athletes' visual range can be improved by consuming fruits and vegetables rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, which enhance functional vision and the ability to handle blue light exposure. These plant compounds, known as macular pigments, accumulate in the retina and act as a filter to prevent blue light from entering the eye. While individual absorption rates may vary, incorporating more lutein and zeaxanthin into the diet can have overall health benefits and potentially optimize athletic performance.

via SciTechDaily|
#athletes#lutein#nutrition
"Colorful Veggies Boost Eyesight, Confirms Science"
health3 years ago

"Colorful Veggies Boost Eyesight, Confirms Science"

Supplementing athletes' diets with colorful fruits and vegetables rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, plant compounds known as macular pigments, could improve their visual range. Enhanced visual range is crucial for athletes in various sports, enabling better clarity of distant targets. By acting as a filter against blue light, lutein and zeaxanthin enhance the eye's natural ability to handle blue light exposure, offering potential benefits to athletes.

via Neuroscience News|
#athletes#eye-health#health