Several top studies have shown that fish and shellfish that are high in “omega-3” fatty acids play a key role in slowing the progress of one of the leading causes of vision loss.
Dr. Abdhish Bhavsar, Spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology and Attending Surgeon at the Phillips Eye Institute in Minneapolis
(San Francisco, CA, March, 2013) – A new, national study shows that age-related macular degeneration (AMD) continues to be the eye disease that most often causes of vision loss and blindness in older people in the United States. However, there are a number of treatments that can slow the progression of AMD and there are a number of treatments to prevent the disease.
On the treatment front:
– Those who have already lost much of their vision to AMD may be able to regain enough sight to cope with the tasks of daily living, thanks to the Argus 2, an artificial retina device, just approved by the FDA.
– There’s a lot of talk today about genetic testing, for AMD. It’s important for people to know that, at this point, the American Academy of Ophthalmology does not recommend genetic testing. Basically, at this point the available tests don’t give doctors enough information to say who is actually a higher risk, and also the tests don’t help doctors know what the best drug would be for a particular patient.
It is important for anyone who is at risk for AMD, or who is already diagnosed with the disease, to make healthy eating choices and get enough exercise. Several top studies have shown that fish and shellfish that are high in “omega-3” fatty acids play a key role.