Did you know that you can protect your eyesight just by eating healthy foods?  A recent study found that foods rich in vitamin D and omega-3’s can significantly protect against Age Related Macular Degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in people over 65.

This study showed, women in particular who frequently consumed foods high in omega-3 were at a much lower risk against developing age-related macular degeneration.

At Scottsdale Eye Physicians we recommend eating a healthy diet rich in foods high in Omega-3’s and Vitamin D, we also recommend taking the the Vitamins.  There are vitamins specially formulated for Macular Health by PRN.  For more information on their products visit their website at www.prnomegahealth.com.

Another study that was conducted and posted to the AAO.org website, said that women who had a high intake of vitamin D from either food or supplements reduced their chances of developing age-related macular degeneration by as high as 59 percent.

On-going clinical trials are still being done to determine the exact amount of vitamin D or omega-3 that needs to be consumed. In the meantime, experts say that stopping smoking can reduce chances almost immediately.

Vitamins and foods rich in omega-3’s and vitamin D have been shown to make a huge impact of preventing Macular Degeneration.

If you have any questions about Macular Degeneration or to make an appointment to speak to one of our Doctors give us a call at 480-994-1872!

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