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.
Category: Food & Nutrition
Lycopene is More Powerful than Vitamin E
Lycopene may be the skin’s primary protective antioxidant against age-related damage from UV radiation.
Avocados
Avocados: One of the Most Nutrient-Rich Foods You Can Eat for Your Eyes Is there anything avocados can’t do? Beloved for their creamy texture and versatility in the kitchen, avocados also happen to be one of the most eye-friendly foods on the planet. A Nutritional Powerhouse for Vision “Avocados are one of the …
Astaxanthin – the Pink Pigment in Salmon
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.