Age-related Macular Degeneration (ARMD) is one of the most common vision problems suffered by adults in the Charlotte, North Carolina area. For people over 60, ARMD is the number one cause of blindness which is why it’s important for everyone to do everything they can to avoid developing this debilitating eye disease.
When someone develops Age-related Macular Degeneration, the macula portion of the retina deteriorates. The retina transforms the light entering the eye into the clear, sharp images your brain sees. As ARMD develops, the crisp images you see can become blurry, and dark spots can even start entering your vision.
The best way you can fight Age-related Macular Degeneration is by adhering to the following guidelines:
Stop Smoking – Not only is this one of the biggest changes you can make to benefit your overall health, smokers are also at higher risk of developing ARMD
Maintain a Healthy Diet – Part of the reason people develop ARMD is due to the damage caused by free radicals; limiting alcohol intake and increasing the number of fruits and vegetables eaten is beneficial
Take Vitamin Supplements – Studies have shown that vitamin D supplements can help women prevent ARMD; Zeaxanthin and Lutein supplements may also help
Schedule Regular Vision Check-Ups – By scheduling vision tests with the doctors at Horizon Eye Care can help prevent or detect any signs of ARMD early
