Carotenoids and Retinal Disease
Author | : John T. Landrum |
Publisher | : CRC Press |
Total Pages | : 274 |
Release | : 2013-10-18 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781040199060 |
ISBN-13 | : 1040199062 |
Rating | : 4/5 (062 Downloads) |
Download or read book Carotenoids and Retinal Disease written by John T. Landrum and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2013-10-18 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The macular carotenoids play key roles in eye health and retinal disease. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the most common cause of acquired blindness in much of the world, is associated with low levels of macular pigment. Macular pigment is also essential for enhancing visual performance by reducing glare disability and improving photostres