Dietary antioxidants and antioxidant supplements do not appear to be effective for the primary prevention of age-related macular degeneration

2007 ◽  
Vol &NA; (1610) ◽  
pp. 16
Author(s):  
&NA;
Keyword(s):  
Primary Prevention ◽  
Macular Degeneration ◽  
Age Related Macular Degeneration ◽  
Dietary Antioxidants ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Antioxidant Supplements

scholarly journals Dietary antioxidants and primary prevention of age related macular degeneration: systematic review and meta-analysis

BMJ ◽  
2007 ◽  
Vol 335 (7623) ◽  
pp. 755 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elaine W-T Chong ◽  
Tien Y Wong ◽  
Andreas J Kreis ◽  
Julie A Simpson ◽  
Robyn H Guymer
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Primary Prevention ◽  
Macular Degeneration ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Age Related Macular Degeneration ◽  
Dietary Antioxidants ◽  
Age Related

Dietary Antioxidants and the Long-term Incidence of Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Ophthalmology ◽  
2008 ◽  
Vol 115 (2) ◽  
pp. 334-341 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer S.L. Tan ◽  
Jie Jin Wang ◽  
Victoria Flood ◽  
Elena Rochtchina ◽  
Wayne Smith ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Macular Degeneration ◽  
Age Related Macular Degeneration ◽  
Dietary Antioxidants ◽  
Age Related

Antioxidant Supplements Prevent Oxidation of Cysteine/Cystine Redox in Patients With Age-Related Macular Degeneration

2005 ◽  
Vol 140 (6) ◽  
pp. 1020-1026 ◽  
Author(s):  
Siobhan E. Moriarty-Craige ◽  
Joanne Adkison ◽  
Michael Lynn ◽  
Gary Gensler ◽  
Susan Bressler ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Macular Degeneration ◽  
Age Related Macular Degeneration ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Antioxidant Supplements

scholarly journals Antioxidant supplements in age-related macular degeneration: are they actually beneficial?

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 ◽  
pp. 251584142110304
Author(s):  
Mousumi Banerjee ◽  
Rohan Chawla ◽  
Atul Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Macular Degeneration ◽  
Visual Loss ◽  
Epidemiological Studies ◽  
Age Related Macular Degeneration ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Inappropriate Use ◽  
Age Related ◽  
False Sense ◽  
Antioxidant Supplements

Age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) is one of the prominent causes of central visual loss in the older age group in the urbanized, industrialized world. In recent years, many epidemiological studies and clinical trials have evaluated the role of antioxidants and micronutrients to prevent the progression of ARMD. In this article, we review some of these major studies. In addition, we review the absorption and bioavailability and possible undesirable effects of these nutrients after ingestion. The role of genotypes and inappropriate use of these supplements are also discussed. From all the above evidence, we conclude that it may not be prudent to prescribe these formulations without a proper assessment of the individual’s health and dietary status. The effectiveness of all the components in antioxidant formulations is controversial. Thus, these supplements should not be prescribed just for the purpose of providing patients some kind of therapy, which may give a false sense of mental satisfaction.

scholarly journals Survey of AREDS2 Formula Intake in Korean Patients with Age-related Macular Degeneration

2021 ◽  
Vol 62 (11) ◽  
pp. 1502-1508
Author(s):  
Jeong Ho Na ◽  
Jae Wan Lim ◽  
Jong Wook Bang ◽  
Kang Yeun Pak ◽  
Hyun Woong Kim
Keyword(s):  
Macular Degeneration ◽  
Older Patients ◽  
Disease Duration ◽  
Education Level ◽  
Age Related Macular Degeneration ◽  
Prospective Survey ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Low Education ◽  
Antioxidant Supplements ◽  
Disease Perception

Purpose: To investigate the use of second AREDS2 formula in patients with intermediate or advanced age-related macular degeneration.Methods: A prospective survey was conducted between December 2019 and July 2020. The questionnaire consisted of 24 questions on demographics, disease perception, and formula intake.Results: The survey included 100 patients (males, 56%; age [>60 years], 89%). We found that 66%, 84%, and 93% of patients had a good understanding of their disease, had stopped smoking, and were aware of the need for antioxidant supplements; 58% of patients were aware of the supplement they were prescribed, and 63.8% (37% of total) were using the AREDS2 formula. Only 8% of patients had knowledge regarding the supplement ingredients, and 91% consumed the supplement daily. Patients with long disease duration used supplements less frequently (p < 0.05). Older patients and those with a low education level had a limited perception of the disease (p < 0.05).Conclusions: In this prospective survey, some patients consumed supplements other than the AREDS2 formula. Further studies are required to determine ways to increase the use of the AREDS2 formula.

Genetic Susceptibility, Dietary Antioxidants, and Long-Term Incidence of Age-Related Macular Degeneration in Two Populations

Ophthalmology ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 121 (3) ◽  
pp. 667-675 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jie Jin Wang ◽  
Gabriëlle H.S. Buitendijk ◽  
Elena Rochtchina ◽  
Kristine E. Lee ◽  
Barbara E.K. Klein ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Macular Degeneration ◽  
Genetic Susceptibility ◽  
Age Related Macular Degeneration ◽  
Dietary Antioxidants ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Two Populations
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