Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of irreversible blindness in
adults over 50 years old. Genetic, epidemiological, and molecular studies are beginning to …

The human macula uniquely concentrates three carotenoids: lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-
zeaxanthin. Lutein and zeaxanthin must be obtained from dietary sources such as green …

Background: Age-related macular degeneration is a leading cause of severe, irreversible
vision impairment in developed countries. The primary risk factors for the development of …

Background Vegetables and fruit provide a significant part of human nutrition, as they are
important sources of nutrients, dietary fibre, and phytochemicals. However, it is uncertain …

The relationship between lutein and zeaxanthin and visual and cognitive health throughout
the lifespan is compelling. There is a variety of evidence to support a role for lutein and …

Lutein and zeaxanthin (L/Z) are the predominant carotenoids which accumulate in the retina
of the eye. The impact of L/Z intake on the risk and progression of age-related macular …

Age‐related macular degeneration (AMD) is a well‐characterized and extensively studied
disease. It is currently considered the leading cause of visual disability among patients over …

Purpose To analyze associations between the dietary intake of multiple nutrients and risk of
progression to late age-related macular degeneration (AMD), its subtypes, and large drusen …

Importance Oral supplementation with the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS)
formulation (antioxidant vitamins C and E, beta carotene, and zinc) has been shown to …

Importance The Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) formulation for the treatment of
age-related macular degeneration (AMD) contains vitamin C, vitamin E, beta carotene, and …