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Monthly Archives: September 2008
Bilberry, Pine Bark and Glaucoma
New study shows that supplementing with bilberry and pine bark can helps lower intraocular pressure (IOP). Uncontrolled high IOP is the major cause of vision loss for those with glaucoma. Continue reading
Vitamin B Trio Effective Against AMD
Study shows vitamin B trio effective against Macular Degeneration (AMD). Results from the vision component of the Women’s Antioxidant and Folic Acid Cardiovascular Study, also known as WACS, were presented at the ARVO 2007 Annual Meeting. Researchers from the Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the National Eye Institute concluded that the data from this randomized trial indicate that supplementation with folic acid, vitamins B6 and B12 reduced the risk of AMD in women with cardiovascular disease (CVD) Continue reading
Half of U.S. Adults Lack 20/20 Vision
A new study has found that common vision problems known as refractive errors (nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism) affect half the adult U.S population. The study authors, led by Susan Vitale of the U.S. National Eye Institute, analyzed data collected by … Continue reading
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Low Antioxidant Levels Tied to Cataracts
A study conducted in North India found that people with low levels of antioxidants had higher levels of cataracts. Several recent studies have shown antioxidants are important in fighting macular degeneration. We are now learning how important these same antioxidants … Continue reading
Omega-6 Fatty Acids May Help Relieve Contact Lens-Associated Dry Eye
A recent study shows that consumption of omega-6 fatty acid may help alleviate dry eye symptoms and improve overall lens comfort in patients suffering from contact lens-associated dry eye. Researchers evaluated the effects of oral treatment with omega-6 fatty acids … Continue reading
Lutein and Zeaxanthin Can Help Prevent Nuclear Cataracts in Women
Women who eat plenty of green vegetables may decrease their risk of nuclear cataracts. Nuclear cataract is the most common type of cataract among older Americans. Authors of the Carotenoids in Age-Related Disease Study (CAREDS) report that women with diets … Continue reading