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Back to SearchOmega-3 Fatty Acids for Dry Eye, Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy and Floaters
Season 3 Episode 25
What does the research show about Omega-3 fatty acids and eye disease? Dr. Marc Grossman discusses studies on how this nutrient helps with dry eye, g…
3 years, 4 months ago
How the Vision Diet Helps Your Eyes and Health
Season 3 Episode 24
Maybe you have heard of the Mediterranean Diet? The Vision Diet is a variation on the foods eaten in the Mediterranean region. It's specifically desi…
3 years, 4 months ago
Fight Dry Eyes by Blinking
Season 3 Episode 23
We do not usually think consciously about blinking. Blinking is automatic, right? Actually, our blink rate goes down dramatically when we use a compu…
3 years, 4 months ago
Why Seniors Get More Eye Floaters
Season 3 Episode 22
Eye floaters are especially common among seniors. Why? What are floaters, and why do they form? Is there a way to prevent or mitigate floaters? And, …
3 years, 5 months ago
An Holistic Optometrist's Perspective on Natural Glaucoma Management
Season 3 Episode 21
Is glaucoma a "wait and see" eye disease, or can you do something to slow down its progress? Holistic Optometrist Dr. Marc Grossman discusses glaucom…
3 years, 6 months ago
Traditional Chinese Medicine, Macular Degeneration, and Herbs for AMD
Season 3 Episode 20
Macular Degeneration patients can benefit from Traditional Chinese Medicine, including herbs and acupuncture or acupressure. Age-Related Macular Dege…
3 years, 6 months ago
Dry Eyes and Omega-3 Fish Oils
Season 3 Episode 19
Did you know that Omega-3 Fatty Acids from fish oils are especially helpful for Dry Eyes? Dry eye needs to be diagnosed by your eye doctor. Research …
3 years, 7 months ago
Natural Support for Vitreous Detachment, Floaters, and Macular Holes
Season 3 Episode 18
The vitreous is a jelly-like substance in the eye. Sometimes adults, especially seniors, experience sudden floaters and/or flashes of light. Or, seni…
3 years, 7 months ago
Lutein and Zeaxanthin for Eye and Brain Health
Season 3 Episode 17
Two antioxidants that are important for the eyes and brain are lutein and zeaxanthin. In this episode, Dr. Marc Grossman discusses research on how th…
3 years, 8 months ago
Melatonin for Sleeping and Fighting Eye Disease
Season 3 Episode 16
Melatonin is a hormone that helps you sleep. Your body produces melatonin naturally. However, people who have difficulty sleeping sometimes need a me…
3 years, 8 months ago