Dry AMD

[iwiwib]

I have recently been diagnosed with Dry AMD in both eyes - mild in the left eye but quite evident in the right eye. I am quite scared which is why i joined this forum so i can know other peoples experience of this condition and pick up helpful tips. I have started taking Macushield supplement

Has anyone found it slows progression?

[Carol_MacularSociety Partner]

Dear iwiwib,

Diet is important because certain nutrients protect the body from damaging substances called oxidants which are thought to be partly responsible for the ageing process. In the eye they may contribute to the development of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) by speeding up cell degeneration.

There has been a lot of research into whether nutritional supplements can make up for the lack of lutein, zeaxanthin and other antioxidants in people's diets.

Two large studies, Age-Related Eye Disease Study AREDS1 and AREDS2, suggested that certain nutritional supplements can slow down the progression of AMD by about 25%. AREDS2 in 2013 tested a modified version of the AREDS1 formula.

Please refer to the link below regarding research for AMD supplements

nei.nih.gov/research/clinic...

The nutrition section on our website also gives information on AREDS2 formula supplements

macularsociety.org/support/...

This is a link to Eat for your eyes by Dr Hannah Bartlett.

macularsociety.org/support/...

The Macular Society Helpline is open 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday on 0300 3030 111. Alternatively, you can contact us via: [e-mail]

Best wishes,

Carol

Macular Society Helpline

[Hallas24 in reply to Carol_MacularSociety]

I have been taking AREDS2 since being diagnosed and they were recommended by eye specialist.