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Article: Targeted protection for the eyes with ancillary benefit to the skin and arteries.(Nutraceutical UPDATE)
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- Life Extension
- Article date:
- April 1, 2007
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Of the five human senses, vision is perhaps the most precious of all, as it allows us to see and navigate the world around us. With each passing year, however, adults become more likely to develop vision-robbing conditions such as macular degeneration and cataracts. While cataracts may be treated surgically, macular degeneration can lead to permanent blindness.
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Fortunately, zeaxanthin, lutein, and meso-zeaxanthin offer much-needed structural support for the aging macula. Derived from colorful fruits and vegetables, lutein and zeaxanthin protect delicate eye tissues from the dangers of oxidative ...