A greater understanding of the mechanics of age-related macular degeneration is our key to helping those with the disease, and even preventing its development. One area which shows promise is the effect of the Mediterranean diet. We already know this…
Macular degeneration is a major problem for an ageing population. Optometry Today’s Nikki Withers investigates the potential of measuring macular pigment to prevent the progression of AMD. FINDING A management strategy to slow down the progression of AMD is something…
The long-awaited results of Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS2) have shown that adding omega-3 fatty acids and other nutrients to standard antioxidant vitamins doesn’t give any added protection against age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The disease is reported as the…