Can nutrition help protect against macular degeneration?
A growing body of research suggests that nutrition may play an important role in AMD. Epidemiological studies which looked at dietary habits found that people who ate a diet rich in carotenoids (powerful antioxidants) had a lower risk of AMD. In 2001 the AREDS study showed that antioxidant vitamins and zinc can reduce the risk of vision loss from Age-Related Macular Degeneration. However high doses of antioxidants can have side effects so you should always consult your GP before taking supplements. Vegetables rich in carotenoids are raw carrot, Kale, brussels sprouts, raw spinach, corn, broccoli, green peas, green beans, tomatoes, leaf lettuce, collard greens.
