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Find out what nutrients to include in your diet and what supplements to take to preserve your vision and eye health. Top choices include lutein and zeaxanthin, omega-3s, coQ10, and flavonoids.
Emerging research shows the flavonoid resveratrol, found in grapes, red wine, and peanuts,may stop blood-vessel overgrowth that can lead to severe AMD. Bilberry, a European shrub with potent antioxidant berries and leaves, also may protect against retinal damage, according to recent research. When combined with the French maritime pine bark extract, Pycnogenol, bilberry may also help prevent glaucoma.
Dose: 300 mg resveratrol and 100–150 mg bilberry.