Vision can improve when omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil are included in the diet. A dosage of 1500 to 2000 mg/day for 2 weeks followed by a maintenance level of 1,000 mg/day of omega-3 fatty acids is suggested.
Category: Vitamins
Alkaline Water vs Acidic Bottled Water
Most bottled waters are surprisingly acidic, despite their pure image. Many have a pH well below 7.0 — sometimes as acidic as soda. Reverse osmosis water is often especially acidic. This matters because chronic acidity stresses your body. It forces your system to use up alkaline minerals to maintain proper pH, potentially leading …
The Lutein Conversion Problem
The Missing Link – Why Our Eye’s Defenses Fail As We Age Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is currently the leading cause of vision loss for Americans over the age of 55. With the population aging, experts estimate that the number of people suffering from this condition will double over the next few decades. But …
A Low Fat Diet May Reduce the Risk of Macular Degeneration
A low fat diet may reduce the risk of macular degeneration. Beneficial sources of Essential Fatty Acids (EFA) include Efacom, Evening Primrose Oil (EPO), EPA, DHA, Borage, Flax, Hemp seed (organic) and Black currant oils.