Age Related Macular Damage

What you need to know.

The following may help to speed healing and/or recovery time:

Nutritional supplements that could help.

  • Lutein
    		•  6 to 20mg per day
  • Selenium
    		•  200mcg per day
  • Vitamin E
    		•  1,000iu per day
  • Vitamin C
    		•  1gm per day
  • Zinc
    		•  30mg one to two times per day

    Other supplements which might bring relief include.

    Herbs which may help.

  • Bilberry
    		•  1ml to 5ml or 1gm to 3gm per day

    Dietary changes that may be beneficial.

    Try to avoid sugars, alcohol and fried foods as these speed degeneration. Eat plenty spinach and leafy greens as these are a rich source of lutein.

    Other useful advice.

    Wear sunglasses whenever the sun is bright, while walking or driving - even in the winter months. This helps to slow the ageing process in the macular.

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