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The benefit of antioxidants for cataracts and macular degeneration

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Studies find that beta-carotene, lutein, zeaxanthin and lycopene help with cataract and macular degeneration, while vitamins A, C, and E and mineral zinc are only beneficial for patients at high-risk of macular degeneration.

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Tags: Cataract, Macular Degeneration, Antioxidant, Vitamin, Mineral, Zinc, Supplement

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