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Is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Preventable and Treatable With Supplements?

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The Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS), which was led by NIH’s National Eye Institute and concluded in 2001, established that daily high doses of vitamins C and E, beta-carotene, and the minerals zinc and copper—called the AREDS formulation—can help slow the progression to advanced AMD. JAMA, published online May 5, 2013.

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What Can You Do to Help Prevent Cataracts?

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This is a promising sign that oxysterol may be an effective, nonsurgical treatment for cataracts.” Vitamin C Combats Cataracts Other nutrients are also beneficial for vision health. For instance, vitamin C is associated with a lower risk of cataracts. These proteins often cause cataracts to develop in aging.

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Why Collagen Is a Proven Necessity

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25 Vitamin C-rich foods also aid in collagen production. The collagen is extracted through an acid or alkali treatment followed by purification and does not involve heat. 2001 Oct; 109(10): 983–994 38 Amazon JELL-O Powder Reposted from: [link] Since the molecular structure is larger, collagen does not dissolve in water.