What is CoQ10? Co-enzyme Q10 is an essential nutrient and antioxidant found in every cell in the body. It supports and promotes mitochondrial function essential for cellular energy. It is critical for eye, brain, and heart health. Health conditions like heart disease, brain disorders, diabetes, and cancer have been linked to low levels of CoQ10.1 … Continue reading “CoQ10 Supports Mitochondrial Function in Every Cell”
CoQ10 is a nutrient essential to energy production in the heart. It also has the ability to improve mitochondria metabolism. Issues with mitochondria function may play a role in AMD onset. A study on this was published in Ophthalmologica in 2005. The researchers of the study designed a trial with compounds shown to improve mitochondria … Continue reading “CoQ10 May Aid Age-Related Macular Degeneration – AMD”
CoQ10 deficiency and supplementation were explained in an article by Michael S. Pepper and his colleagues at the University of Pretoria in South Africa. The article in the March, 2013 issue of Nutrition Reviews covered both primary and secondary coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) deficiency. In primary CoQ10 deficiency, the body cannot properly synthesize CoQ10 because of genetic … Continue reading “CoQ10 Deficiency and Supplementation of this Antioxidant”
The brain and eyes are intimately connected, and the nutrients essential for eye health are the same as for brain health. A retinal scan can detect the early onset of Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, and Multiple Sclerosis before symptoms appear. Numerous studies have shown that dietary factors help prevent brain and eye disease. They have … Continue reading “Brain Health and Nutrition”
The cornea provides most of the eye’s focusing power—about four-fifths of incoming light is bent here. Unlike most tissues, it is transparent and contains no blood vessels, serving as the eye’s “window.” It is also richly supplied with pain-sensitive nerves. Because of that, corneal issues typically cause eye pain, light sensitivity, and changes in tearing—either … Continue reading “Amazing Cornea Facts: Tooth Implant Restores Sight”
Studies continue to show strong connections between eye health and brain diseases, with the retina offering a “window” to the brain for early detection and monitoring of conditions. Early signs of diseases that can appear in the eyes include Alzheimer’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Parkinson’s. Changes in retinal nerve fiber, pupil dilation, and even … Continue reading “How Are the Eyes a Window to Brain Health? What Eye Scans Reveal About Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Dementia”
Mitochondria, often called the “powerhouses” of our cells, are vital for maintaining healthy eyes and brain function. These tiny organelles generate over 90% of the energy our cells need, especially in energy-hungry organs like the brain and eyes. When mitochondria become dysfunctional, it can trigger cell death and contribute to a wide range of health … Continue reading “Mitochondria and Your Health: How Cellular Powerhouses Impact the Eyes, Brain, and Beyond”
Coronary artery disease stands as the leading form of heart disease in the United States, impacting more than 20 million people. Among atherosclerosis’s most serious risks are heart attacks and strokes, both of which can have life-altering consequences. Fortunately, there are powerful steps you can take to protect your heart health. Building a balanced diet, … Continue reading “Can Atherosclerosis Harm Me? Can Nutrition and Exercise Help?”
Retinitis Pigmentosa is a progressive eye disease that has long been associated with gradual vision loss and limited treatment options. Affecting about one in every 4,000 people, Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) is marked by the degeneration of the retina’s photoreceptor cells—first the rods, which are responsible for night vision, and then the cones, which enable us … Continue reading “Retinal Cells Rewire to Preserve Vision in Retinitis Pigmentosa”
Oxidative stress happens everywhere in the body and can create havoc over time. Many eye and brain diseases are triggered or exacerbated by oxidative stress. The body counteracts this stress by producing antioxidants. However, you must also ingest additional antioxidants through healthy food, drinks, and supplements. Green tea, rich in antioxidants, offers protective benefits for … Continue reading “Green Tea Benefits for Seniors – Antioxidants for the Eyes, Brain, and Body”