Glutathione helps fortify these and protect many structures throughout the body while removing toxins from the body. Magnesium Magnesium is important in nerve conduction and it dilates blood vessels. Magnesium at bedtime, 400-500 mg, is important for maintaining blood flow to the eye and brain in elderly individuals with macular degeneration or diabetes, at a time of decreased blood pressure because they are lying down. Magnesium and B-12 deficiencies are the two most common deficiencies in the elderly. Chromium This is important in regulation of blood sugar.
Selenium is a cofactor for vitamin E, as well as glutathione reductase.
Zinc plays a role in many enzymes present in the retina. Supplementation of more than 30 mg zinc daily requires adding 2 mg of copper. This herb has been used for millennia for eye and central nervous system problems. It is known to be a selective cerebro-vascular dilator and seems to increase circulation to the back of the eye. It is becoming an adjunct in the treatment of macular degeneration and glaucoma .