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"MACULAR DEGENERATION Macular degeneration is the degeneration of the macula retinae, also called the macula lutea, an oval disc on the retina in the back of the eye. Degeneration of the macula retinae is the leading cause of blindness in elderly Americans." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"Macular degeneration The macula is the portion of the eye responsible for fine vision. Degeneration of the macula is the leading cause of severe visual loss in the United States and Europe in persons aged 55 years or older. The risk factors for macular degeneration include aging, atherosclerosis, and high blood pressure. There is no current medical treatment for the most common form of macular degeneration. Laser surgery is used for those individuals who develop a less common type of macular degeneration (exudative macular degeneration)." - Michael T. Murray, N.D., The Healing Power of Herbs: The Enlightened Person's Guide to the Wonders of Medicinal Plants (Get the book.) "Macular degeneration The macula is the portion of the eye responsible for fine vision. Degeneration of the macula is the leading cause of severe visual loss in the United States and Europe in persons aged 55 years or older. The risk factors for macular degeneration include aging, atherosclerosis, and high blood pressure. There is no current medical treatment for the most common form of macular degeneration. Laser surgery is used for those individuals who develop a less common type of macular degeneration (exudative macular degeneration)." - Michael T. Murray, N.D., The Healing Power of Herbs: The Enlightened Person's Guide to the Wonders of Medicinal Plants (Get the book.)

"Lutein and its related compound, zeaxanthin, are highly concentrated in the macula, providing a yellow color known as the macular pigment, which protects the macula. You want that pigment to be dense, the better to protect your eyes. A 1997 study found that subjects fed a diet high in spinach and corn experienced nearly a 20 percent increase in macular pigment density. What's the connection with those foods? That diet effectively boosted the subjects' consumption of lutein about 400 percent and zeaxanthin about 300 percent." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"Zeaxanthin also prevents oxidative damage of the macula; take 3 mg with food. Taking 30 mg of zinc has been shown in some studies to be helpful for macular degeneration. Fish oils contain DHA, a substance concentrated in the retina of the eye, and the consumption of fish oils has been shown to reduce the risk of macular degeneration. Take a product that can give you 1,000 mg of DHA a day. Vitamin E complex acts as an antioxidant and has been shown to improve vision in people with age-related macular degeneration. Take 400 IU a day." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.)

"Lutein is the primary carotenoid present in the central area of the retina called the macula. Lutein may act as a filter to protect the macula from potentially damaging forms of light. Consequently, lutein appears to be associated with protection from age-related macular degeneration (page 303) (the leading cause of blindness in older adults). Lutein has been used in connection with the following conditions (refer to the individual health concern for complete information): Rating Health Concerns kkti Macular degeneration (page 303) Cataracts (page 101) Who is likely to be deficient?" - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"The macula is the central portion of the retina, which provides the greatest degree of visual acuity; as a result, degeneration of the macula can cause significant problems with vision. Approximately 90% of individuals with AMD have what is known as atrophic (or "dry") macular degeneration, in which the macular tissue slowly deteriorates. Less common is the "wet" form of AMD, characterized by swelling, hemorrhage, and proliferation of new blood vessels. This latter form is more likely to result in significant visual loss." - Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. and Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Natural Medicine, Optimal Wellness: The Patient's Guide to Health and Healing (Get the book.)

"In both cases, because the macula alone is affected, central vision is lost but total blindness is avoided. Some side vision usually is retained. Macular degeneration is probably the result of free radical damage similar to the type of damage that induces cataracts. Factors that predispose a person to developing macular degeneration include aging, atherosclerosis, hypertension, and environmental toxins. Heredity may play a role as well. NUTRIENTS SUPPLEMENT SUGGESTED DOSAGE COMMENTS Coenzyme Q10 60 mg daily. Powerful antioxidants protect plus against macular degeneration." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"Degeneration of the macula is the leading cause of severe visual loss in the United States and Europe in persons aged 55 years or older. The risk factors for macular degeneration include aging, atherosclerosis, and high blood pressure. There is no current medical treatment for the most common form of macular degeneration. Laser surgery is used for those individuals who develop a less common type of macular degeneration (exudative macular degeneration). Bilberry anthocyanosides may offer significant protection against the development of macular degeneration." - Michael T. Murray, N.D., The Healing Power of Herbs: The Enlightened Person's Guide to the Wonders of Medicinal Plants (Get the book.)

"Macular Degeneration The macula is the portion of the retina in the back of the eye responsible for fine vision. Degeneration of the macula leads to a slow or sudden loss of central vision. Macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness in people 55 years and older. There are two types of macular degeneration—dry and wet. There is hemorrhaging of blood vessels in the wet type. Bilberry treatment is most indicated for the dry type, which is more common. Free radical damage from smoking and sunlight appears to be the underlying cause of macular degeneration." - Mark Stengler, N.D., The Natural Physician's Healing Therapies (Get the book.)

"Degeneration of the macula is the leading cause of severe visual loss in the United States and Europe in persons aged 55 years or older. The risk factors for macular degeneration include aging, atherosclerosis, and high blood pressure. There is no current medical treatment for the most common form of macular degeneration. Laser surgery is used for those individuals who develop a less common type of macular degeneration (exudative macular degeneration). The origin of macular degeneration is ultimately related to damage caused by free radicals." - Michael T. Murray, N.D., The Healing Power of Herbs: The Enlightened Person's Guide to the Wonders of Medicinal Plants (Get the book.)

"Macular Degeneration The macula is a portion of the retina in the back of the eye. Degeneration of the macula is the leading cause of blindness in elderly Americans.1 Lifestyle Changes That May Be Helpful Smoking has been linked to macular degeneration. Quitting smoking may reduce the risk of developing macular degeneration. Nutritional Supplements That May Be Helpful Sunlight triggers oxidative damage in the eye, which in turn can cause macular degeneration.2 Animals given antioxidants (p. 267)—which protect against oxidative damage—have a lower risk of this vision problem." - Schuyler W. Lininger, Jr. DC, The Natural Pharmacy: Complete Home Reference to Natural Medicine (Get the book.)

"Cones are the ones that provide color sensitivity, and most of them are located in the central area of the retina in a structure called the macula. So when the macula "degenerates," you're in trouble—color vision and vision sharpness both deteriorate significantly, and in the worst case scenario, you can be looking at blindness (excuse the pun!). The cause of macular degeneration is not really known, but it's believed that there is an insufficient disposal of waste materials from the cells. Cell waste is normally carried off, but in this case some is left behind and it blocks the light." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"MACULAR DEGENERATION This disorder causes a progressive visual loss due to degeneration of the macula, the portion of the retina responsible for fine vision. It is basically caused by hardening of the arteries that nourish the retina, depriving the tissue of oxygen and nutrients. Macular degeneration is the leading cause of severe visual loss in the United States and Europe in people over fifty-five years old. This loss of vision may appear suddenly or it may progress slowly. Usually peripheral and color vision are unaffected." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"Macular Degeneration —The Black Hole of Vision Macular degeneration, a degenerative disease of the eye that afflicts many individuals over the age of sixty-five, is the most common cause of blindness in that age group. The macula is a tiny 1-millimeter-wide area at the very center of the retina. Macular degeneration happens because of cumulative damage to the delicate cells of the macula. When this happens, you start to experience a blurring or a black spot at the very center of your field of vision — the area that's crucial when you read, watch a television program, or recognize faces." - Ronald L. Hoffman, M.D., Intelligent Medicine: A Guide to Optimizing Health and Preventing Illness for the Baby-Boomer Generation (Get the book.)

"So when the macula "degenerates," you're in trouble—color vision and vision sharpness both deteriorate significantly, and in the worst case scenario, you can be looking at blindness (excuse the pun!). The cause of macular degeneration is not really known, but it's believed that there is an insufficient disposal of waste materials from the cells. Cell waste is normally carried off, but in this case some is left behind and it blocks the light. Essential vision decreases; you always have peripheral vision, but you lose your central vision." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"The macular pigment density reduces about twofold between the central macula, where the zeaxanthin isomer predominates, and the periphery of the fovea where the lutein isomer predominates [109]. The total concentration reduces 100-fold from the center of the cone-dominated fovea to the rod-dominated peripheral retina [145]. An antioxidant role is supported by the presence of oxidation products of lutein and zeaxanthin in the retina [146]. These carotenoids might also influence membrane stability by their unique alignment in biological membranes [147]." - Ann M. Coulston and Carol J. Boushey, Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease (Get the book.)

"Zinc is found in high concentrations in the macula (central) portion of the retina. Zinc concentration in this area of the eye has been found to decrease with aging. Current research is trying to find out if zinc and antioxidant supplementation can help reduce the effects of age-related macular degeneration. ZINC AND HIV Individuals with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) are particularly susceptible to zinc deficiency. Lowered blood levels of zinc have been correlated with increased death rates in HIV patients. Zinc supplementation can reduce opportunistic infection in those with HIV." - Dr. Steve Blake, Vitamins and Minerals Demystified (Get the book.)

"Around the macula there are fatty acids that can react with incoming light to produce a low level of highly reactive free radicals.40 These free radicals (see chapter four) can destroy, or degenerate, neighboring tissue, including the macula. But fortunately for us, free radical damage can be repressed thanks to the antioxidants in vegetables and fruits. Two studies, each involving a team of experienced researchers at prestigious institutions, provide compelling evidence that food can protect against macular degeneration. Both studies were published a decade ago." - T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D. and Thomas M. Campbell II, The China Study: The Most Comprehensive Study of Nutrition Ever Conducted and the Startling Implications for Diet, Weight Loss and Long-term Health (Get the book.) "The macula occupies center stage, so to speak, and it must be functional for sight to occur. Around the macula there are fatty acids that can react with incoming light to produce a low level of highly reactive free radicals.40 These free radicals (see chapter four) can destroy, or degenerate, neighboring tissue, including the macula. But fortunately for us, free radical damage can be repressed thanks to the antioxidants in vegetables and fruits." - T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D. and Thomas M. Campbell II, The China Study: The Most Comprehensive Study of Nutrition Ever Conducted and the Startling Implications for Diet, Weight Loss and Long-term Health (Get the book.)

"Lutein may act as a filter to protect the macula from potentially damaging forms of light. Consequently, lutein appears to be associated with protection from age-related macular degeneration (page 303) (the leading cause of blindness in older adults). Lutein has been used in connection with the following conditions (refer to the individual health concern for complete information): Rating Health Concerns kkti Macular degeneration (page 303) Cataracts (page 101) Who is likely to be deficient?" - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.) "Degeneration of the macula retinae is the leading cause of blindness in elderly Americans.1 CHECKLIST FOR MACULAR DEGENERATION Nutritional Rating Supplements Herbs p- Lutein (page 548) and Ginkgo biloba zeaxanthin (page 681) ) Multivitaminmultimineral (page t 559) « Zinc (page 614) Uctrk Beta-carotene Bilberry (page 634) : (page 469) Carotenes (page 488) (prevention) (lutein [page 548], zeaxanthin, lycopene [page 548]) 1 Selenium (page 584) 1 Vitamin C (page 604) Vitamin E (page 609) What are the symptoms of macular degeneration?" - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"Overview Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a result of deterioration of the part of the retina (the macula, see Fig. 1) that is responsible for central vision and reading fine detail. It is the leading cause of blindness in developed countries and the third leading cause worldwide [8]. In the United States, by age 65, roughly 8% of people have an intermediate form of AMD that has a high risk of progressing to advanced AMD [93], which is associated with central vision loss; 12% of Americans over 80 years have advanced AMD [93]." - Ann M. Coulston and Carol J. Boushey, Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease (Get the book.)

"Wet macular degeneration occurs when abnormal blood vessels form under the macula and the retina. These vessels leak fluid, causing scarring and affecting the patient's central field of vision. Laser surgery may save the balance of the patient's vision. Macular degeneration does not affect peripheral vision. Phytochemical-Rich Foods to Help Prevent Age-Related Macular Degeneration Spinach, kale, parsley, collard greens, mustard greens, and other deep-green, leafy vegetables all are excellent sources of the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, the dominant pigments in the macula of the eye." - Laurie Deutsch Mozian, M.S., R.D., Foods That Fight Disease: A Simple Guide to Using and Understanding Phytonutrients to Protect and Enhance Your Health (Get the book.)

"Those who have not had this type of lens implants need to be careful to protect the macula (central retina) from sun exposure. The protection the clouded lens offered is now absent, and the risk of macular degeneration increases dramatically. Needless to say, we strongly recommend you get the lens implants that have ultraviolet light filters. The bottom line is that you need not live with cataracts or allow them to rob you of your independence." - Marc R. Rose, Michael R. Rose, Save Your Sight! Natural Ways to Prevent and Reverse Macular Degeneration (Get the book.)

"Degeneration of the macula leads to a slow or sudden loss of central vision. Macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness in people 55 years and older. There are two types of macular degeneration—dry and wet. There is hemorrhaging of blood vessels in the wet type. Bilberry treatment is most indicated for the dry type, which is more common. Free radical damage from smoking and sunlight appears to be the underlying cause of macular degeneration. Risk factors also include hypertension and atherosclerosis. Bilberry's antioxidant effect may offer protection against macular degeneration." - Mark Stengler, N.D., The Natural Physician's Healing Therapies (Get the book.)

"Age-Related Macular Degeneration The macula is a small portion of the retina of the eye that is vital for sharpening visual images. As it degenerates, vision is greatly affected. Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss in persons sixty-five years and older in the United States. As the average life expectancy grows, age-related macular degeneration is increasingly becoming a problem for our aging population. There is no known cure for this devastating eye disease. There are two types of macular degeneration: dry and wet." - Laurie Deutsch Mozian, M.S., R.D., Foods That Fight Disease: A Simple Guide to Using and Understanding Phytonutrients to Protect and Enhance Your Health (Get the book.)

"In the latter type, the degeneration of the macula is accompanied by hemorrhaging or leaking of fluid from a network of tiny blood vessels that develop under the center of the retina. This results in scarring and loss of vision. In both cases, because the macula alone is affected, central vision is lost but total blindness is avoided. Some side vision usually is retained. Macular degeneration is probably the result of free radical damage similar to the type of damage that induces cataracts." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"They are deposited in the macula, the center of the eye's retina, responsible for detailed vision.These yellowish deposits of lutein and zeaxanthin are referred to as the macular pigment, and they help filter out harmful wavelengths of light. This area of pigment, smaller than the head of a pin, also functions somewhat like a pair of polarized sunglasses, improving visual acuity in bright situations. A thin layer of macular pigment is a prime risk factor for macular degeneration, the leading (and generally untreatable) cause of blindness in the elderly." - Jack Challem, Feed Your Genes Right: Eat to Turn Off Disease-Causing Genes and Slow Down Aging (Get the book.)

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