Vitamins Vitamin C is known to reduce cataract formation and even improve vision in patients, at levels of at least 1,000 mg per day. The above study is backed up by the results of a four-year study published in the June 1998 issue of Opthalmology. In addition, taking multivitamins reduces cataract risk by one-third. It's thought that the antioxidant effect of the vitamins neutralize cell damage in the eye by fighting free radicals, potentially harmful byproducts produced during fat breakdown. Vitamin A plays a vital role in promoting normal vision.
Beta carotene filters UV rays, which promote cataracts.
Vitamin B2 is essential to regeneration of depleted glutathione antioxidant in the eye. Supplementation should not exceed 10 mg per day, as higher levels of riboflavin increase light sensitivity. Minerals Zinc may help protect against light induced damage. Selenium is an essential component of glutathione peroxidase, the chief antioxidant defense against hydrogen peroxide. Back to Home Page Balch, James F and Phyllis A., Prescription for Nutritional Healing, pp.