antioxidants and zinc to slow the progression of age-related macular degeneration

November 2001

Some ophthalmologists are recommending antioxidants and zinc to slow the progression of age-related macular degeneration.

It's the leading cause of blindness in people over 65.

Now a large NIH study shows that high doses of vitamins C, E, beta-carotene, and zinc slow progression in patients with intermediate or advanced macular degeneration.

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