The devastating effects of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) are better reduced with Lutein and Zeaxanthin than with Beta-Carotene or Omega 3’s according to a study of almost 3000 individuals. In an original 2006 AREDS cohort study, participants with AMD were randomly assigned to take Omega-3, Lutein and Zeaxanthin, or a placebo with a secondary introduction…
New research points to Selenium as a means to help women prevent cataract formation if they supplement with this mineral at the beginning of menopause. Data from over 7500 people who received an ophthalmic exam while participating in the NHANES (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey) from 2001-2008 was reviewed. If a participant underwent ophthalmic…
According to a study, a combination of Vitamins B12, B6 and Folic Acid, may reduce the risk of women developing Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) by 34%. Over 5,400 women age 40 and above participated in this double-blind clinical trial. Women with heart disease or at least 3 risk factors for the disease were recruited to…
A study published in the Archives of Opthalmology, shows higher intakes of Vitamin E and the carotenoids Lutein and Zeaxanthin, may reduce the risk of Cataract development by approximately 15%. Over 35,000 women with an average age of 53 1/2 participated in this study. Food Frequency Questionnaires (FFQs) were used to obtain detailed dietary information…
A new study published in Optometry and Vision Science, found daily supplementation with the carotenoids, Lutein and Zeaxanthin, could boost retinal eye health and provide benefits for people with seemingly healthy eyes. 40 healthy individuals with an average age of 23.9 years participated in this study. Participants were assigned to receive a supplement of Lutein…
According to a new study, supplementing with Lutein may help protect the eyes against the damaging effects of exposure to long term computer display lighting. 37 healthy individuals between the ages of 22 and 30 who are exposed to computer display lighting for long periods of time participated in this study. Study participants were randomly…
A new study found daily supplementation with Lutein plus Vitamin A may slow vision loss associated with Retinitis Pigmentosa, a group of inherited eye diseases that affects the retina. Retinitis Pigmentosa causes the degeneration of photoreceptor cells in the retina which leads to vision loss in about 1 out of 4,000 people worldwide yearly. Prior…
The 2 carotenoids mostly know for their role in preserving vision and protecting the eye from damage are Lutein and Zeaxanthin. A new study just published in Nutrients has found that Lutein and Zeaxanthin may aid in improving night vision. Almost 35 individuals participated in this study. A supplement containing 7 mg of Lutein and…
According to a new meta-analysis a higher consumption of Carotenoids and certain Vitamins is associated with a significantly decreased risk for Age Related Cataract (ARC) formation. 8 randomized controlled trial (RCTs) and 12 cohort studies were included in this meta-analysis. These studies, published through June, 2018, assessed dietary Carotenoid and Vitamin intake and ARC risks. …
A new study which ties together brain and eye health benefits of the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, found these nutrients may boost visual processing speed even in young people. Zeaxanthin by itself or in combination with Lutein and Omega 3 increased visual motor reaction by 10% in comparison to a placebo. In 1994 the link…