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		<title>How Vision Exercises Can Restore Your Natural Eyesight</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[How Vision Exercises Can Restore Your Natural Eyesight A significant portion of our population suffers from some form of eyesight defect. The most widely known are nearsightedness, farsightedness or hyperopis, and presbyopia(also referred to as old age sight). If you visit your Opthalmologist with one of these defects, you are likely to be prescribed one [...]]]></description>
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<p>How Vision Exercises Can Restore Your Natural Eyesight</p>
<p>A significant portion of our population suffers from some form of eyesight defect. The most widely known are nearsightedness, farsightedness or hyperopis, and presbyopia(also referred to as old age sight).</p>
<p>If you visit<span id="more-129"></span> your Opthalmologist with one of these defects, you are likely to be prescribed one of the following treatments: Glasses, contacts lenses, or corrective surgery (if you have the money). However there is an alternative way to improve eyesight naturally, although the world of medicine has turned its back on it. This method includes effortless vision exercises that are to be carried out daily, which eventually correct vision problems like the ones mentioned above. In this article we will be discussing how to improve eyesight naturally through effectively providing your eyes exercise.</p>
<p>Before we look at how you can improve your eyesight naturally, lets just review some of the conventional treatments and how effective they are at improving eyesight. We&#8217;ll start with glasses.</p>
<p>Glasses temporarily correct vision by helping the eye focus light rays appropriately. They do this by focusing the light rays on the retina (the area at the back of the eyeball), this assures a clear image is formed, if light rays do not focus on the retina the result is a blurred image. The type of glasses you will be prescribed depends on your eye problem.</p>
<p>Glasses are very good at treating the causes of eye problems (i.e. blurred vision), however they do not cure cause, and as a result your vision will not grow stronger, and you will likely need to buy stronger glasses every couple of years. Not everyone likes to wear glass, some prefer to wear contact lenses; which brings us to another standard method for poor vision treatment.</p>
<p>Contact lenses &#8211; Contact lenses are thin see-through discs that sit on the cornea. They work in the same way glasses do, but they have the advantage of being so small that they fit on the cornea. There is a special type of contact lens called a Corneal Reshaping Lens, it is special because rather than just dealing with the symptoms of poor vision like glasses and other contact lenses, it actually works on the cause. Corneal Reshaping lenses as the name suggests actually reshape the cornea, so you can see without contact lenses, however this effect is only temporary.<br />
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Although Lasik is a very popular alternative, it is cost prohibitive to many people, especially in today&#8217;s difficult economic environment. A Lasik procedure does not always provide a perfect outcome either. I personally had Lasik five years ago, and I still require reading glasses for most types of reading.</p>
<p>A brief history of the the method to improve vision naturally through vision exercises is outlined below:</p>
<p>The Bates Method &#8211; Many people claim to have improved there vision significantly using this natural method based on vision exercises. It was developed by Dr William Bates (1860-1931), he was a practitioner of eyesight improvement. He was a graduate of Cornell University and of the College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York.</p>
<p>Through constant experimentation on his patients, Bates developed the Bates method which addresses the cause of bad eyesight and how to overcome it without glasses, contacts, or Lasik. He developed some simple exercises and principles in the 1920&#8242;s. All though his methods were largely discounted by the world of medicine the Bates method is still practiced to this day throughout the world. If you are trying to improve eyesight naturally it would be a good idea to look into vision exercises as a way to naturally improve your eyesight.</p>
<p>Many people ask how immediately the effects of providing your eyes exercise &#8220;kick in&#8221;. Here are some factors that determine the time ordinarily taken to restore eyesight&#8230;Initially, how old are you, and what condition do you have? If you are over 40 and you have Macular Degeneration, then you are different from someone who is in their twenties, and with a rare Myopia. Although it is very difficult to find any sort of published statistics on this,generally speaking, the more severe the fundamental eye problem , the longer the eye rehabilitation period And , while Myopia (Shortsightedness) &#038; Hyperopia (Longsightedness) are most common ones, there are numerous other conditions out there, such as Astigmatism, Presbyopia, Strabismus, Amblyopia (aka Lazy Eye), Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and so on. Eye exercises help cure all of these conditions, but the time it takes to full eyesight restoration may differ for each one.</p>
<p>Especially in today&#8217;s economic climate, before you make a major investment in Lasik, or even glasses or contacts, visit our site and learn more about the cheaper, more affordable benefits of vision exercises.</p>
<p>Visit us here an learn more about the wonders of eye exercises as a way to restore your natural vision.</p>
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		<title>Latest macular degeneration news &#8211; Coloured Contact Lenses &#124; Living With Macular Degeneration</title>
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<p>Back with more news for you today. It&#8217;s amazing how much good information there is on this stuff out there if you know where to look. Three in particular that I found really valuable were&#8230;
<p><a href="http://maculardegeneration.ws/&amp;/coloured-contact-lenses/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Coloured Contact Lenses | Living With Macular Degeneration</a></p>
<p>Have you wished you could change<span id="more-126"></span> the color of your eyes? Plenty of us have, from brown to blue or perhaps an exotic green. Although there&#39;s no methodology.</p>
<p><a href="http://maculardegeneration.ws/&amp;/spy-sunglasses/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spy Sunglasses | Living With Macular Degeneration</a></p>
<p>Spy sunglasses are a very popular brand of sunglasses out on the market today. They offer many features as well as protecting your eyes.</p>
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<p>The RAGBRAI team also is led by Paul Rosenthal, a Washington, D.C., attorney who is chairman and a founding member of an advisory board to the UI Carver Family Center for Macular Degeneration, of which Project 3000 is a part; &#8230;</p>
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<p>Ok so 3 more posts today that I&#8217;ve dug up &#8211; I&#8217;m an information JUNKIE on this stuff lately. Give em a browse and let me know what ya reckon. They&#8217;re just from a few different sites I&#8217;ve been surfing lately that are generally good for information like this&#8230;
<p><a href="http://www.star-telegram.com/business/story/1467450.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alcon&#39;s long-studied drug for glaucoma shelved after weak study &#8230;</a><span id="more-125"></span></p>
<p>Alcon, based in Fort Worth, had originally developed anecortave acetate as a treatment for age-related macular degeneration. &#8230;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.star-telegram.com/business/story/1467450.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read More&#8230;</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.tradingmarkets.com/.site/news/Stock%20News/2441385/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alcon Posts Financial Results for 2Q</a></p>
<p>The company plans to develop this protein for the treatment of wet age related macular degeneration and diabetic macular edema. &#8230;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.tradingmarkets.com/.site/news/Stock%20News/2441385/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read More&#8230;</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D996H4B01.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Genentech says Lucentis met goal in clinical trial</a></p>
<p>Genentech Inc. said Thursday its macular degeneration drug Lucentis met its goal in a late stage trial, improving the vision of patients with macular edema &#8230;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D996H4B01.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read More&#8230;</a><br />That&#8217;s all the news for today guys, so until next time, thanks for stopping by.<br />
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<p>Living with low vision is a concern for many, especially those age fifty and over. One of the types of eye problems often associated with people in this age range is age related macular degeneration. A degenerative condition of the macula, which is located at the back of the retina in the eye, this can leave the patient with low vision suitable for reading, driving and other close-up work where detailed sight is required.</p>
<p>Your ophthalmologist is your best resource for detecting early macular degeneration. He or she can then offer you preferred  treatment options, as well as a full range of eye glasses specific to this disease, low vision magnifiers, and other aids to help you see better and live a full and active life.</p>
<p>What Procedures Will My Doctor Use for Detecting Early Macular Degeneration?</p>
<p>The first step your physician will take is to ask you if you are experiencing any symptoms associated with low vision. Symptoms can include blurry vision in the central vision field or portions of the vision that are missing, as well as straight lines appearing wavy, an inability to detect color variations between two dark or two light colors, and a long recovery time after you have been out in bright light.</p>
<p>When diagnosing or detecting the root of your problems, your doctor will also want to determine how at risk you are for developing age related macular degeneration. Age is a factor; most people with this disease are age fifty and over, although on occasion it will affect children. Those with a family history of the disease are also at a greater risk for developing it as well. Some individuals have a gene that puts them at risk. People who are obese, eat a high fat diet and suffer from high blood pressure stand a greater chance of developing macular degeneration, as do Caucasians.</p>
<p>What vision aids are available?</p>
<p>After the detection process, your physician will provide you with the best options for treatment. They could include the use of low vision magnifiers, as well as specialized eye glasses</p>
<p>Magnifiers can be as simple as a hand-held device all the way up to lenses that clip over your glasses, so that you can use them for detail vision when needed, and then flip them out of the way when you do not need them. Specialized eye glasses with tiny microscopes allow you to have a very magnified central vision area, yet they are placed on your regular prescription glasses, so that you can look under the microscopes when you want to see through the other lenses, working in much the same way as bifocal lenses do. Your physician can determine if you are showing signs of early <a href="http://www.ialvs.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">macular degeneration</a> and provide you with the best treatment options and vision aids.</p>
<p>Susan Slobac has had a parent diagnosed with macular degeneration. She has had experience in macular degeneration treatment. In this article, she discusses <a href="http://www.ialvs.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">macular degeneration</a> risk factors.</p>
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<p><b>WHERE IS THE TREATMENT FOR AGE RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION OF RETINA IS CURED SUCSESSFULLY ?</b>
<p>There is no specific, recognized treatment for age related macular degeneration in Western Medicine. You can try to consume a wide variety of nutritional supplements like Vitamin. A, C, E, fish oil capsules and alpha<span id="more-124"></span> lipoic acid. Avoid all intoxicants totally, cut back on junk food, packaged meals, soft drinks, commercially produced dairy and poultry items. You have to consume organic whole milk, raw honey, unprocessed butter, edible seeds, nuts, legumes in far more quantity than now. Try organically fruits and vegetables and their juices, which will make up 35% or more of your diet. Include whole wheat bread, brown rice as the proper starches in your diet. <br />
Now for the cure. In Yoga breathing exercise there is slow but total cure for macular degeneration. Visit the site given below:</p>
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<hr />I hope you&#8217;ve been enjoying my posts lately. I thought I might do something different today and rustle up a few bits of info from around the WWW. These are some of the news items and blog posts that have been popular over the last few weeks. Leave me your thoughts.
<p><a href="http://science.slashdot.org/story/09/07/06/2043251/Laser-Treatment-Could-Save-the-Sight-of-Millions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Laser Treatment Could Save the Sight of Millions</a></p>
<p>The process is said to stop the onset of age-related macular degeneration, one of the most common forms of blindness, which leaves victims unable to read, &#8230;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://science.slashdot.org/story/09/07/06/2043251/Laser-Treatment-Could-Save-the-Sight-of-Millions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read More&#8230;</a></p>
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<p>A report, published in the American Journal of Pathology, finds a high omega-3 fatty acid diet not only slows the progression of macular degeneration &#8230;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.upi.com/Science_News/2009/07/24/UPI-NewsTrack-Health-and-Science-News/UPI-17651248471840/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read More&#8230;</a></p>
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<p>Conclusion During 6 months, intravitreal bevacizumab was superior to PDT in controlling predominantly classic CNV in age-related macular degeneration. &#8230;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://archopht.ama-assn.org/cgi/content/short/125/10/1357?home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read More&#8230;</a><br />That&#8217;s all the news for today guys, so until next time, thanks for stopping by.
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<p>No-two different diseases of the eye-Try WedMb for info on macular degeneration-Also there are some new treatments out there for macular degeneration</p>
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<hr />Ok so 3 more posts today that I&#8217;ve dug up &#8211; I&#8217;m an information JUNKIE on<span id="more-123"></span> this stuff lately. Give em a browse and let me know what ya reckon. They&#8217;re just from a few different sites I&#8217;ve been surfing lately that are generally good for information like this&#8230;
<p><a href="http://contactlenses.co.uk/contactlensesnews/article15690/holidaymakers-reminded-of-sunglasses.html?catid=5&amp;pageNo=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Holidaymakers reminded of sunglasses</a></p>
<p>She warned that not having protection against UV rays could cause eye damage and increase the risks of cataracts and age-related macular degeneration. &#8230;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://contactlenses.co.uk/contactlensesnews/article15690/holidaymakers-reminded-of-sunglasses.html?catid=5&amp;pageNo=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read More&#8230;</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.stopagingnow.com/news/news_flashes/6110/New-Science-Points-to-Benefits-of-High-Dose-Supplements" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">New Science Points to Benefits of High-Dose Supplements</a></p>
<p>This research examined the roles of B vitamins in preventing age-related macular degeneration, calcium in cancer prevention and vitamin D in reducing the &#8230;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stopagingnow.com/news/news_flashes/6110/New-Science-Points-to-Benefits-of-High-Dose-Supplements" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read More&#8230;</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.genengnews.com/blog/item.aspx?id=530" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Novel Biomarker for Age-Related Macular Degeneration</a></p>
<p>A team of researchers at the University of Kentucky has discovered a biological marker for neovascular age-related macular degeneration (AMD), &#8230;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.genengnews.com/blog/item.aspx?id=530" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read More&#8230;</a><br />That&#8217;s all the news for today guys, so until next time, thanks for stopping by.
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&#160;by: <b class="author">Michael Brooks</b>
<p>That&#8217;s right, the colorful little fruit (yes, it&#8217;s a fruit) has been shown to pack a powerful punch against several forms of cancer. A variety of studies indicate that a diet rich in tomato based products (tomato paste, sauce, juice, soup and ketchup) can significantly reduce the risk of prostate, lung and colon cancer.  Not bad for a fruit that was considered by many to be poisonous and inedible until the 19th century.</p>
<p>What is the Active Ingredient?</p>
<p>The active ingredient that makes tomatoes such a formidable opponent against cancer cells is the carotenoid called Lycopene.  Lycopene is the natural red pigment found in tomatoes and tomato based products.  The redder the tomato, the more lycopene is present.</p>
<p>How does Lycopene Fight Cancer?</p>
<p>In the body, lycopene is deposited in the liver, lungs, prostate gland, colon and skin. Its concentration in body tissues tends to be higher than all other carotenoids. Some organs, such as the testes and adrenal glands, store higher levels of lycopene than do other organs or tissues.  Lycopene acts as a super antioxidant by picking up free radicals in the body.  Free radicals are atoms or groups of atoms with an odd number of electrons and can be formed when oxygen interacts with certain molecules. Once formed these highly reactive radicals can start a chain reaction. Their primary danger comes from the damage they can do when they react with important cellular components such as DNA, or the cell membrane. Cells may function poorly or die if this occurs.</p>
<p>Is there any Research on the Cancer fighting power of Lycopene?</p>
<p>Although more large-scale studies are needed before any definitive conclusions can be made, current research does suggest that lycopene from various tomato products is indeed associated with the lowered risk of several types of cancers.  Several published reports are listed below.</p>
<p>Gann et al. 1999 &#8211;  Cancer Research </p>
<p>The study examined initial plasma caroteniods (including lycopene) of 1872 men in 1982, and then followed them for 13 years.  These men were randomly assigned to a placebo group or a group to receive beta-carotene and aspirin supplementation.  Of the men studied, 578 developed prostate cancer versus 1294 control subjects.  Lycopene was the only antioxidant with a significantly lower average blood level in those men with cancer as compared to those without cancer.  In those men not receiving the aspirin and beta carotene, plasma lycopene levels were very strongly related to a lower risk of developing prostate cancer.  This study concluded that increased consumption of tomato products and other lycopene-containing foods may reduce the onset of prostate cancer.</p>
<p>Giovannucci 1999 &#8211; Journal of the National Cancer Institute </p>
<p>This journal is a review of research studies available regarding cancer risk (not just prostate cancer) and intake of tomato based foods as well as blood lycopene levels.  After identifying 72 studies that fit these criteria, it was found that an inverse relationship between tomato intake or blood lycopene levels and cancer risk was reported in 57 of them.  Of these 57, it was found that 35 of these inverse relationships were statistically significant.  It was also found that cancer protection from lycopene was strongest for prostate, colon and stomach cancers, but also appeared to have some benefit in the treatment of other cancers.</p>
<p>Rao et al.  1999 &#8211; Nutrition and Cancer   </p>
<p>This study examined plasma and prostate lycopene levels in cancer patients and a control group free of cancer.  Though only 12 patients were in each group, significantly lower serum and prostate lycopene levels were found in those with cancer.  Levels of other carotenoid substances did not vary between the groups.  </p>
<p>Additional Benefits    </p>
<p>In addition to fighting cancer, the lycopene found in tomatoes has been associated with better mental activity in old age and a reduced risk of heart disease.  A University of Maryland study found that tomatoes might protect the eyes by hampering macular degeneration, a cause of vision loss in older adults.  </p>
<p>How do I get Lycopene into my body?</p>
<p>The best source of lycopene intake is through eating tomato-based products.  This is more effective than supplementation.  You will get the most lycopene through concentrates and processed products such as tomato paste, sauce, soup and canned tomatoes.  Heating helps to release lycopene and adding a little light olive oil will increase absorption.  Start packing your diet with more tomato based recipes and begin enjoying the cancer fighting power of the mighty tomato.  </p>
<p>Copyright 2005 Michael Brooks</p>
<p><p><b>About The Author</b></p>
<p>Mike Brooks has been a life long follower and proponent of the fitness lifestyle.  Through his avid research, Mr. Brooks has come to the realization that being healthy is a choice and encompasses not only proper diet but also a fitness regimen that includes the mind, body and soul.  Mike Brooks is the publisher and editor-in-chief for the health information site <a href="http://www.Ultimatehealthreport.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">http://www.Ultimatehealthreport.com</a>.</p>
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<p>Wet AMD is called wet because of its new and leaky blood vessels that grow in the choroid layer of the retina. The goal of most wet macular degeneration treatments is to stop any further bleeding in the macular. This is so important because when these immature blood vessels leak, they permanently damage the<span id="more-121"></span> photoreceptor cells.</p>
<p>Can wet macular degeneration be reversed with any of these treatments? Not usually. Again the goal is to stop or slow the progression of this disease.</p>
<p>Here are the treatment options for wet AMD.</p>
<p>CONVENTIONAL THERAPY</p>
<p>1. Visudyne or Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)</p>
<p>PDT uses a laser after a person has been injected with a light-sensitive medicine called verteporfin (Visudyne). It works by destroying abnormal blood vessels in the retina and may help slow the progression of wet macular degeneration.</p>
<p>2. Anti-VEGF Treatments</p>
<p>Anti-VEGF drugs block VEGF &#8211; vascular endothelial growth factor. This factor promotes the development of the leaky, immature blood vessels.</p>
<p>So the anti-VEGF inhibits the growth of new blood vessels. You may also see these medications called anti-angiogenic. They are given by injections directly into the eye.</p>
<p>Macugen, Lucentis and Avastin are the three anti-VEGF therapies available at this time.</p>
<p>3. Macular Degeneration Surgery</p>
<p>Macular degeneration surgery does not cure macular degeneration nor does it necessarily restore lost vision. The main purpose is to prevent further loss of your straight ahead or central vision. Macular degeneration surgery can sometimes be a decision you will have to make very quickly &#8211; depending on your situation.  Photocoagulation laser surgery or macular translocation surgery are the two types of surgery.</p>
<p>ALTERNATIVE THERAPY</p>
<p>1. Acupuncture for Macular Degeneration</p>
<p>Acupuncture is a method of using fine needles to stimulate invisible lines of energy or Qi (pronounced &#8220;chee&#8221;) running beneath the surface of the skin. The acupuncturist inserts needles into particular points on the energy channels to correct the flow of Qi and so affect change in a part or function of the body.</p>
<p>2. Microcurrent Stimulation</p>
<p>Microcurrent stimulation delivers low-intensity electricity to the eye area with the idea that it will improve circulation to the retina providing it with vital nutrients and assisting in the removal of harmful waste products.</p>
<p>MACULAR DEGENERATION CLINICAL TRIALS</p>
<p>All the studies for wet AMD can be found in one place &#8211; at the National Institute of Health&#8217;s website (www.clinicaltrials.gov). There are several exciting studies going on like combining Lucentis injections with radiation or comparing the effectiveness of Lucentis to Avastin.</p>
<p>To find out more about these wet macular degeneration treatment options go to , <a href="http://WebRN-MacularDegeneration.com/wet-macular-degeneration-treatment.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://WebRN-MacularDegenration.com/wet-macular-degeneration-treatment.html</a>.</p>
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<p>Causes Of Aging And Degenerative Diseases</p>
<p>Longevity experts agree that one of the primary causes of aging is oxidative stress, the result of attacks on your cells from free radicals. Free radicals are unstable, highly reactive particles that are a byproduct of your metabolism. They are a response by<span id="more-118"></span> your body to stress factors from your diet, lifestyle and environment. In addition to accelerating the aging process, oxidative stress is an underlying cause of virtually all degenerative diseases&#8211;cancer, heart disease, arthritis, alzheimer&#8217;s and more.</p>
<p>You&#8217;ve witnessed this phenomenon when you&#8217;ve noticed rusting metal&#8211;that&#8217;s oxidation at work. When free radicals attack your body, they create this same type of oxidation, except it&#8217;s from the inside out. Oxidative stress is one of the primary causes of aging, and leads to loss of muscle tone, stiffening of tissue, and dry, wrinkled skin.</p>
<p>Aging can be best described as the process that reduces the number of healthy cells in the body. As you age, and more and more cells are affected and die off, your body loses its ability to respond to emergencies and fight off these free radical attacks. Eventually, this manifests in some kind of disease.</p>
<p>Oxidative stress may be the sole cause of some diseases, but more often it weakens your immune system and makes your body vulnerable to diseases caused by other factors. Oxidation may also worsen existing conditions and slow down the healing process.</p>
<p>Degenerative Diseases. There&#8217;s almost no common disease that is not associated with oxidative stress. This include all of the major degenerative diseases we have today:<br />
&#8226; cancer<br />
&#8226; heart disease and stroke<br />
&#8226; diabetes<br />
&#8226; Parkinson&#8217;s<br />
&#8226; Alzheimer&#8217;s<br />
&#8226; arthritis<br />
&#8226; macular degeneration and cataracts<br />
&#8226; rheumatoid arthritis<br />
&#8226; asthma and emphysema<br />
&#8226; kidney and liver disorders<br />
&#8226; and many more!</p>
<p>Environmental Causes of Aging. Sources of oxidative stress, and the free radicals that cause it, include:</p>
<p>&#8226; environmental toxins and pollution<br />
&#8226; pesticides and herbicides<br />
&#8226; strenuous exercise<br />
&#8226; chronic illnesses<br />
&#8226; processed foods and food additives<br />
&#8226; chronic inflammation<br />
&#8226; smoking<br />
&#8226; ultraviolet radiation from the sun<br />
&#8226; electromagnetic radiation in your environment<br />
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emotional stress</p>
<p>Antioxidant Deficiencies and Oxidative Stress. The growing rate of degenerative diseases in our culture today points to a widespread deficiency in antioxidants. Throughout our history, humans evolved eating a much more substantial intake of food, especially fruits and vegetables (which are rich in antioxidants), combined with an active lifestyle. </p>
<p>Today, we live a much more sedate lifestyle, combined with a lower intake of nutritious, unprocessed food that is rich in antioxidants. Combined with the increase in free radical attacks from our environment, this has created an unhealthy imbalance in the antioxidants and free radicals in our bodies.</p>
<p>Industrial Agriculture. The use of pesticides, herbicides and selective breeding to increase crop yield has led to declines in protein, amino acids, and minerals in typical factory-farmed fruits and vegetables.</p>
<p>Overeating. One of the surprising causes of aging is the amount of food you eat. Food requires oxygen to convert it into energy. Eating more food, especially poor quality food, requires more oxygen to convert it to energy. The more oxygen that is used, the more free radicals are produced.</p>
<p>This theory is clearly demonstrated by the numerous &#8220;calorie-restriction&#8221; studies. Laboratory animals live longer and healthier by eating a nutrient-dense diet with 40-50 percent fewer calories. With less food to metabolize, fewer free radicals are produced.</p>
<p>Our Toxic Environment. Biologists say that there has not been enough evolutionary time for humans to adapt to as many toxins as we are exposed to today. The human body is fundamentally the same as it was 40,000 years ago, but the stressors that we are being exposed to have changed dramatically.</p>
<p>All these factors show that antioxidant protection is now more important than ever. In order to get enough antioxidants from your food, you need at least 9 servings of fresh fruits and vegetables a day, quite a task for most people. The solution is to eat more foods exceptionally high in antioxidants, or take supplements. Educate yourself about good sources of antioxidants and start your antioxidant diet plan today.</p>
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<p>Have you ever walked out of the optometrist&#8217;s office with a new prescription for glasses and contacts, only to be utterly amazed at what you can actually and suddenly see? You notice all the details you never noticed before, the colors, the textures, even how sharp and in focus everything is. </p>
<p>It is admittedly a neat surprise. But did you know that there are nutritional supplements that specifically support wonderful healthy eyes and possibly prevent debilitating diseases of the eye, such as macular degeneration, cataracts, glaucoma. There are nutrients that can stop or relieve some of these more common vision problems that we can experience, especially as we age.</p>
<p>The eye is a delicate organ and the components that it contains, such as the lens, retina and macula are prone to free-radical attack. They can be protected with the super-powerful antioxidants like Vitamin C and Vitamin E. If you have a history of cataracts, macular diseases, glaucoma, or other age-related eye problems in your family, you should definitely read on as we give a run-down on the specific vitamin and mineral supplements that could aid in preserving your ever-so-precious eyesight. And if you smoke, have poor nutrition generally, or your eyes are not adequately protected from extensive exposure to sunlight, that goes double.</p>
<p>We will start with the powerhouse antioxidants.</p>
<p>Besides doing so many extremely positive things for your body, Vitamin C will gobble up the free radicals as they attempt to attack the sensitive parts of your eyes. The lucky people who have not had trouble with cataracts are simply 60% more likely to have sufficient levels in their systems compared to the unlucky ones with cataract problems. It&#8217;s the anti-oxidant powers at work. This clouding of the lens that can lead to blindness is something you can protect yourself against. Since our levels of Vitamin C decline as we age, bless your healthy eyes with a supplement of Vitamin C. How about just an extra 250 mg per day?</p>
<p>Several vitamins work in combination with each other to protect your eyes, especially the lens. Another awesome supplement to consider is Vitamin A, which can also be known as Retinol, and can really benefit your night vision. It is involved in forming and maintaining the skin cells that make up your eyes, as well as your mouth, nose, throat, lungs, digestive and urinary tract. The extremely delicate blood vessels in your eyes can be easily damaged by free radicals. An adequate supply of Vitamin E can help prevent this damage, and protect your lens as well. If you have low levels of Vitamin E, you are simply more likely to develop eye problems, such as cataracts. It is a no-brainer to easily cut your risk in half by supplementing with extra Vitamin E. Who needs cataracts?</p>
<p>Your eyes have a natural supply of zinc in them, and most of it is centered in the retina. Well guess where the eye disease macular degeneration is centered &#8211; the retina! So it follows that if you do not have enough zinc in your system, serious eye problems, or blindness can happen. Zinc supplements have been shown to reduce or prevent the vision loss of macular degeneration. </p>
<p>Luteine is another front-line defender of healthy eyes, and is well-known for its benefits to preserve vision, and especially important if your eyes are exposed to ultraviolet rays from the sun repeatedly or for long periods of time. It is an anti-oxidant as well, and is another protector of the sensitive cells of the macula, which is the part of the eye responsible for good sharp vision. You may want to consider supplementing with luteine. </p>
<p>And, finally, let&#8217;s not forget bilberry. You may never have heard of this Scandinavian plant that is very similar to blueberries and very high in healthful flavenoids. Supplementing with bilberry could be your best hedge against night blindness. If you really can&#8217;t see well in dim light, or your eyes suffer from glare, you need to give this a try. It could make a big difference. </p>
<p>More than 25 million people live with vision problems, vision loss and blindness. Treatments can be expensive, risky or not effective at all. Good healthy vision is one of the most priceless gifts you have, so bless your vision all you can by educating yourself on the vitamins and minerals that can relieve, slow down or even prevent serious eye diseases and vision loss. To maintain and promote your own healthy vision is one of the most important things you can do for yourself.</p>
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<p>Hi, My sweet 83 year old neighbor, widowed recently and like a father to me, he also has emphysema and so there is very little he can do. I posted on AARP and someone suggested he get a computer that will type what he<span id="more-117"></span> says into the computer and that it will also read the text to him. I am on the wrong side of 50 to know enough,so if you can explain this in baby steps, I would appreciate it. Thanks DO THEY EXIST AND HOW DO THEY WORK ?</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.ivanhoe.com/channels/p_channelstory.cfm?storyid=21952" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fish may Save your Vision</a></p>
<p>A new study finds a diet high in omega-3 fatty acids may help the 10 percent of people 66 to 74 years old who suffer from age-related macular degeneration &#8230;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ivanhoe.com/channels/p_channelstory.cfm?storyid=21952" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read More&#8230;</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.nhpr.org/node/26206" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Here&#39;s What&#39;s Awesome: Desert-Blocking Bacteria, Implantable &#8230;</a></p>
<p>[Scientific American] While science mi<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.tehrantimes.com/index_View.asp?code=199687" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Laser cure for blindness tested</a></p>
<p>The technique helps reverse the effects of age-related macular degeneration &#8211; the leading cause of blindness in over 60s in the western world. &#8230;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.tehrantimes.com/index_View.asp?code=199687" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read More&#8230;</a><br />That&#8217;s all the news for today guys, so until next time, thanks for stopping by.
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<hr />Ok<span id="more-115"></span> so you might find the next few links interesting. These are from around the web, just random snippets that I&#8217;ve picked up in my reading, but I found some very cool information in them. You might too. Here goes&#8230;
<p><a href="http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2009448924_eyesandspinach11.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">For eye health, eat spinach like Popeye</a></p>
<p>Research indicates key nutrients help slow two<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/06/090625202006.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">&#39;Nature&#39; And &#39;Nurture&#39; Variables Early Predictors Of Age-related &#8230;</a></p>
<p>Prediction Model for Prevalence and Incidence of Advanced Age-Related Macular Degeneration Based on Genetic, Demographic, and Environmental Variables. &#8230;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/06/090625202006.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read More&#8230;</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.healthnews.com/blogs/melanie-grimes/nutrition-diet/red-meat-increases-risk-heart-disease-cancer-macular-degeneration-3397.h" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Meat Increases Risk for Heart Disease, Cancer and Macular &#8230;</a></p>
<p>A recent study on red meat and macular degeneration was published in the American Journal of Epidemiology. Again using food questionnaires, 6734 people from &#8230;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.healthnews.com/blogs/melanie-grimes/nutrition-diet/red-meat-increases-risk-heart-disease-cancer-macular-degeneration-3397.h" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read More&#8230;</a><br />That&#8217;s all the news for today guys, so until next time, thanks for stopping by.
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