Piveg, Inc.

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Supplements for healthy eyes The American Optometric Association recommends a diet high in anti-oxidants. 2 These include lutein and zeaxanthin, Vitamin C and ...Vitamin E , omega-3 fatty acids and zinc. These suggestions, in part, resulted from a study undertaken on Age-Related Eye Diseases (AREDS). 3 This study found benefits in supplementing vitamins C and E, beta-carotene, zinc, and copper in reducing the progression of macular degeneration. Another study4 found that supplementing a diet with lutein/zeaxanthin, B vitamins, zinc and DHA (an omega-3 fatty acid) decreased the risks of AMD. This study, however, found inconsistent results for supplementing with beta-carotene and Vitamin E. Lutein and zeaxanthin are carotenoid pigments found in the eye, and studies have indicated a benefit in consuming these substances either in foods or as a supplement. 5 Also, another study correlated poor blood sugar control to an increased risk of AMD and suggested that a low glycemic diet, rich in the fruits and vegetables containing some of these nutrients, could decrease the risk of AMS. 6 Yet another study looked at the influence of the omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) and found that eating fish high in these oils protected against macular degeneration and lead to better eye health. See more