Macular Degeneration

About Macular Degeneration

Changes in your vision can be frightening, and many people come to DrTalks wanting to know what they can do between eye appointments. Blurry or dimming central vision, an early macular degeneration diagnosis, a family history of AMD, and questions about which eye supplements are worth taking are all things these experts see every day. These talks also go past the eye. Your retina is tied to inflammation, oxidative stress, mitochondrial health, blood sugar, your gut and even your brain. You'll find conversations on macular degeneration basics, the AREDS supplement formula, macular carotenoids in food, the gut-eye connection, and what your eyes reveal about Alzheimer's risk. Eye doctors, longevity physicians and functional medicine practitioners explain what's actually going on, which tests are worth asking your provider about, from eye imaging and vision exams to genetic testing, and what helps, from antioxidants and omega-3s to a nutrient-rich diet, movement and better sleep.