Low Vision Guide

Archive for January, 2007

Sunday, January 28th, 2007

Dr. Andrew Weil has 3 tips to prevent Macular Degeneration.

Avoid:

Smoking.

It can decrease blood supply by causing a narrowing of the blood vessels and
a thickening of the blood.

A diet high in saturated fat.

This can cause plaque build-up along blood vessel walls, including the macular vessels, which impedes blood flow.

A lack of antioxidants, such as vitamin C, vitamin E, and lutein.

These antioxidants may prevent plaque from sticking to the blood vessel walls, lessening the risk of damage to the tissue.

Visit Dr. Weil’s Vitamin Advisor and see if these supplements or the Vision Support
Formula is recommended for you.

Thursday, January 4th, 2007

Hello and Welcome to the Low Vision Guide!

I hope to make this a useful place for discussions related to being visually impaired.

Shawn