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Biohacking the Eyes for Vision Health

Biohacking refers to hacking human biology. The term “hacking” implies rogue, off-road, off-label, do-it-yourself activities. It stems from computer terminology, referring to illicitly defeating security protocols. However, the term has evolved to mean solving problems by undermining the established methods. Regarding vision health, we have identified three types of biohacks: Nutrition Biohacks (Nutrigenomics), Quantified Self … Continue reading “Biohacking the Eyes for Vision Health”

Manage Glaucoma With More Than Decreasing Eye Pressure – Natural Approaches to Glaucoma Care

Glaucoma is an eye disease typically associated with high intraocular pressure, but managing glaucoma is more than decreasing eye pressure. Some cases of glaucoma have normal or low intraocular pressure. Natural approaches to glaucoma care, in addition to standard ophthalmology, can help reduce vision loss. The purpose of treatment is to slow down the damage. … Continue reading “Manage Glaucoma With More Than Decreasing Eye Pressure – Natural Approaches to Glaucoma Care”

What is Dr. Grossman’s Advanced Eye & Vision Support Formula?

Eye vitamins are crucial to vision health. In fact, the eye is the most vitamin-hungry organ in the body proportional to its size. It is the second most physiologically active part of our body only second to our brain. We believe the eyes require approximately 25% of the nutrients taken into the body to maintain … Continue reading “What is Dr. Grossman’s Advanced Eye & Vision Support Formula?”

Can You Prevent or Reverse Cataracts?

Is it possible to prevent cataracts, or even reverse cataracts? Can you put off cataracts surgery? Cataracts are one of the most common eye diseases in seniors. More and more people have a special “glint” in their eye when the light hits the lens just right. What is the value of preventing cataracts and other … Continue reading “Can You Prevent or Reverse Cataracts?”

Does Glycation Accelerate Ageing?

What is this new buzzword “glycation”? When sugars bind with protein molecules, aging apparently accelerates. Doctors are starting to offer the hemoglobin A1c blood test to more patients because tissue glycation is suspected of accelerating aging. This simple blood test was typically reserved for diabetics. However, research is pointing to its usefulness for all ageing … Continue reading “Does Glycation Accelerate Ageing?”

Antioxidants, Eye Disease and Oxidative Stress

The links between antioxidants and vision health are strong. Antioxidants are the antidote to oxidization. Normal metabolism creates free radicals. These are atoms that lack an electron. Free radicals roam about the body, scavenging electrons and stealing electrons from healthy cells.  This results in permanent damage to these afflicted cells which ultimately can result in disease. Significant … Continue reading “Antioxidants, Eye Disease and Oxidative Stress”

Preliminary Research on Antioxidant Eye Drops for Cataracts

In the United States, cataract surgery is widely available. Cataracts mostly affects seniors. Even though the surgery is common with little risk of side-effects, some patients want to hold off on the surgery or avoid it completely. Preliminary research on certain eye drops designed to address cataracts may offer hope to these patients. Cataracts is … Continue reading “Preliminary Research on Antioxidant Eye Drops for Cataracts”

Can Oxidative Damage Cause Macular Degeneration and Cataracts?

Antioxidants have been studied as a way of preventing eye diseases such as macular degeneration and cataracts. Oxidative damage (free radical damage) may be a contributing cause of these diseases. People concerned about developing these problems may consider taking both dietary and supplemental antioxidants, such as fruits, vegetables, and supplements like lutein, zeaxanthin, glutathione,

Three Ways to Improve Absorption of Turmeric or Curcumin

Turmeric’s ability to support the body has been well-researched; however, this spice by itself is difficult for the body to absorb. This bright yellow spice is also called curcumin, and it contains a prized antioxidant. Research is verifying curcumin’s ability to reduce: inflammation, depression, pain and diabetes. At Natural Eye Care, we often recommend curcumin … Continue reading “Three Ways to Improve Absorption of Turmeric or Curcumin”

MSM Fights More Than Inflammation

Methylsulfonylmethane, known as MSM, is commonly utilized in the form of MSM eyedrops or powder in vcaps to be taken as a supplement.  It is well known for its anti-inflammatory capacity, documented by researchers.  Scientists are documenting substantiating research and finding new uses. Anti-Inflammation MSM inhibits inflammasomes, which are protein formations that stimulate production of  lymphocytes (white blood cells). … Continue reading “MSM Fights More Than Inflammation”