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B Complex Vitamins

B complex vitamins all work together B2: Riboflavin is a co-factor for the enzyme glutathione reductase which regenerates reduced glutathione. In healthy individuals who already consume more than the RDA of riboflavin, supplementation of levels above the RDA increase glutathione reductase activity. Riboflavin deficient rats develop abnormal electrocardiograms (ERG). Supplementation of 10 mg/day of riboflavin …

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Low Levels of Vitamin C Increases Risk of Macular Degeneration

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Low blood levels of vitamin C increases risk of macular degeneration by about 2 to 3 times. In rats, supplementation of vitamin C reduced retinal damage from excessive light exposure.

Lycopene is More Powerful than Vitamin E

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Lycopene may be the skin’s primary protective antioxidant against age-related damage from UV radiation.

Astaxanthin – the Pink Pigment in Salmon

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Astaxanthin, the pink pigment in salmon, shrimp, lobster and, yes, flamingos is yet another carotenoid that is rapidly establishing its potency for macular health maintenance and repair.