Associate Professor Dr. Omboon Wallisut, pharmacist, Department of Diagnostic Pharmacy Faculty of Pharmacy Mahidol University. Identify herbs and natural substances that help slow down macular degeneration and help keep the eyes healthy as follows: Let’s know what’s there UFABET
Natural options slow down macular degeneration
saffron
It is a spice and used in traditional medicine. is anti-toxic. There are important substances, Crocin and Crocetin, which are effective as antioxidants. Experiments in mice showed that Saffron increases glutathione levels Therefore. It can reduce the negative effects of prolonged exposure to bright light and prevent the death of retinal cells. There was also a clinical trial in people with early macular degeneration by giving 20 mg of saffron daily for 90 days. It was found that the macula in the eye functioned better
turmeric
Contains an important substance, Curcumin, which inhibits the activity of enzymes involved in inflammation. and inhibiting the production of many pro-inflammatory cytokines. It has been found that can protect the retina of lab rats and several other experiments have been reported in rats. It has been shown that curcumin can help prevent diabetic retinopathy and cataracts.
red grapes
Contains Resveratrol, a polyphenol whose effects on blood vessels have been studied and found to have antioxidant activity. can inhibit the adhesion of platelets Inhibiting inflammatory substances Inhibits the production of endothelin that causes blood vessels to contract. Experiments in rats also showed that resveratrol reduced the damage to blood vessels in diabetic rats. Therefore, it is likely to be useful in preventing apoptosis caused by retinal ischemia. It also prevented cataracts in rats. In conclusion, resveratrol is suitable for the prevention of macular degeneration. Diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and cataracts
Ginkgo Biloba Extract (GBE)
Contains important substances including flavonoids and terpenoids antioxidant Research has found that Prevent blindness in patients with glaucoma and macular degeneration from experiments in rats found that Mice given ginkgo leaf extract had significantly more retinal neurons than the control group. EGb 761 from ginkgo extract inhibited photoreceptor cell death. and increase the survival rate of photoreceptor cells The latter was radiated by bright light. It also reduces retinal detachment. thus helping to restore the retina in glaucoma and retinal diseases
ginseng
There is an important substance Ginsennosides In clinical trials in patients with glaucoma, Korean red ginseng increases blood flow to the retina. Therefore, it is likely to be beneficial to patients with glaucoma and macular degeneration. In addition, experiments in mice showed that Ginseng reduces macular degeneration in diabetic induced rats. Reduced cataract-induced effects of rats In summary, it is Ginseng is an interesting herb for the prevention of eye diseases, including glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration. and diabetic retinopathy
quercetin
It is a plant flavonoid found in black tea, green tea, onions, apples, berries and buckwheat.
It has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative effects. Helps to inhibit inflammation and prevent the death of retinal cells. It also helps to inhibit the formation of new blood vessels in the retina. which is a characteristic of macular degeneration
In addition, Associate Professor Dr. Omboon, a pharmacist, further stated that There are also groups of vitamins, minerals and important substances that are
The five recommended eye care benefits are:
- Vitamin A is required for the synthesis of rhodopsin, a pigment in the visual nerve cells. Acts to help see images in dim places or at night. Vitamin A deficiency can cause night blindness.
- Vitamin B2 helps in the maintenance of eyesight, eye mucous membranes and iris. If tearing occurs, there will be bleeding in the eyes, sensitivity to light and burning eyes.
- Vitamin C is a water-soluble antioxidant. And helps to strengthen the capillary walls, according to the American Optometric Association, vitamin C can help prevent cataracts and macular degeneration.
- Zinc is a mineral that is essential for melanin production in the retina. Zinc deficiency can impair vision in the dark and increase the risk of cataracts.
- Essential fatty acids include omega-3s such as alpha-linolenic acid. found in flaxseed oil A clinical trial with omega-3 3 times a day, 1,000 mg each time, and followed up every 3 months for 1 year showed that it reduced dry eye symptoms. improves the quality of tears And nourish the optic nerve as well