8 Treatments of Macular Degeneration (and How to Prevent it)

9. Preventing Macular Degeneration

As with any disease, the best treatment for AMD is prevention. Research shows that foods rich in vitamins C and E; antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin; and minerals zinc and copper provide the eyes with protection against free radicals and toxic agents which lead to cancer and other diseases— like macular degeneration. Other nutrients which lead to good eye health include beta-carotene—a precursor to vitamin A—and omega three fatty acids.

Eat a diet rich in dark leafy greens (kale, spinach, collard greens, etc.), orange fruits and vegetables, fatty fish (like salmon, sardines, and mackerel), nuts, and whole grains to prevent degenerative eye disease.

People who smoke, are overweight, or who have cardiovascular disease or high blood pressure are at greater risk of developing AMD.

Living a healthy lifestyle is the best way to prevent diseases and inflammatory conditions in the long run.