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Macular disease

The link with processed foods

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) refers to the slow deterioration of the cells in the macula, a tiny yellowish area near the centre of the retina, which contains light-sensitive cells that send... more>

Solutions from nature

The best treatment is prevention. To make sure you don’t develop AMD . . . * Supplement, especially with antioxidants (Arch Ophthalmol, 1994; 112: 222-7). A large multicentre clinical trial, sponso... more>

Seeing blue

Exposure to bright light is, according to convention, an important risk factor for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and those at risk are advised to reduce their exposure to light wherever poss... more>

Reduce your risk of AMD

The Popeye effectJust as most of the risk factors for AMD parallel those of heart disease, most of the best alternative measures to keep the heart healthy can also maintain eye health. more>

Helpful herbs

Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus), a type of blueberry, contains active flavonoid compounds known as anthocyanosides, which act as antioxidants in the retina of the eye. more>

An antioxidant double act

There is copious evidence for the role of two particular antioxidants - lutein and zeaxanthin - in maintaining eye health. Carotenoid composition varies between internal organs, suggesting selective u... more>

Focusing on the right lifestyle

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) of the eye occurs when the cells of the macula - an irregular yellow depression on the center of the retina - becomes damaged and stops functioning. more>

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12 May 2008 | The Food Doctor (bshubbard)

Anti-allergy foods - There are allergies, and there are sensitivities. Allergists insist that an allergy can only be diagnosed by specific tests, and that people who say they’re “allergic to” some... more>

9 May 2008 | Adverse Reactions (bshubbard)

Profits before people - Those who cling to the belief that medicine is more a science than a commercial enterprise might consider the story of a group of drugs known as erythropoiesis-stimulating agents (ESAs) and their appr... more>

2 May 2008 | Adverse Reactions (bshubbard)

The metaphysics of stress - Somebody dies suddenly from a heart attack. “Ah, well,” says a close friend, “I’m not surprised, really. He was always stressed.” Stress, it seems, is the great killer of... more>

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16:05 - | Thanks for the quick response! I had a look at the Biocare range and none of their probiotics contain e-coli. Should have mentioned, I'm vegan (and dairy intolerant in any case - all dairy, ... more>

23:47 - | BIOCARE do a good probiotic. They are available in GNC or Holland and Barrett. Beneficial bacteria are also in RAW goats milk, RAW goats cheese and RAW goats yoghurt. Raw goats cheese is available in ... more>

16:06 - | moggie: I have had acne, mainly chin, from 13 to 45. Also quite a lot of cystitis during that time. Evening primrose oil tabs, largest dose stated, for 3 months really sorted me out. What I absolutely... more>

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