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Carotenoids – Lutein and Zeaxanthin

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People who eat foods containing carotenoids get protective health benefits as well. Two carotenoids, lutein and zeaxanthin, found in high levels in collard greens and spinach, appear to reduce risk of macular degeneration according to researchers at Harvard Medical School.

Vitamins A & E Could Improve Vision in Macular Degeneration

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Vitamins A & E also could improve vision in macular degeneration. Because the retina is the most metabolically active tissue in the body, it requires a high level of antioxidant defense.

What a Person with AMD Sees

What a person sees in the middle stages of AMD…

Cysteine is Important for Retinal Health

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Cysteine is important for retinal health maintenance. Glutathione is one of the most important antioxidants in the eye.