NIH researchers find daily antioxidant supplements slow late-stage dry AMD progression, preserving central vision.

Researchers at the National Institutes of Health found that a daily supplement containing antioxidant vitamins and minerals can slow progression of late-stage dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and potentially help people with late-stage disease preserve their central vision. The supplements slowed the rate of expansion towards the fovea by approximately 55% over an average of three years. The study supports the continued use of AREDS2 supplements by people with late dry AMD.

July 16, 2024
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