Monthly Archives: June 2008

Increased Homocysteine Levels in Tear Fluid of Glaucoma Patients

A research study shows that people with open-angle glaucoma (POAG) had significantly higher levels of homocysteine (Hcy) levels in their tear fluids. Patients with open-angle glaucoma who also had dry eye disease had significantly higher Hcy levels both in tear … Continue reading

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Omega-6 Fatty Acids and Dry Eye Relief for Contact Lens Wearers Study 2008

A recent study showed that supplement with Omega-6 fatty acid in the form of Evening Primrose Oil has a beneficial effect in alleviating dry eye symptoms and improving overall lens comfort in patients suffering from contact lens-associated dry eye. SOURCE: … Continue reading

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N-Acetyl-Carnosine Eyedrops and Cataract Management

My posting of May 28, 2008 referenced N-Acetyl-Carnosine, which can stabilize and even improve cataracts. Carnosine’s best-known effect, however, is its ability to prevent the formation of advanced glycated end products (protein crosslinks). Carnosine competes with proteins for the binding … Continue reading

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