What are the benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids for eyes?

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• Andrea

  06/13/2012

  Omega-3 fatty acids can not only help develop infant vision, but also help protect adults eyes from some eye problems, such as macular degeneration and dry eye syndrome. They may also help reduce the risk of high eye pressure and glaucoma.

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• crystaljade

  06/13/2012

  Omega-3 Fatty Acids are crucial to the development and maintenance of vision. They can help you relieve from dry eyes and protect you from developing retinopathy, a deterioration of the retina. So omega-3 Fatty Acids are very important to eye health.

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• eeniemeenie005

  06/13/2012

  As a major component of the retina, omega-3 fatty acids can help prevent both of the two forms of macular degeneration. In dry form of macular degeneration, plaque forms on the retina. Fish oil supplements can be used to lower LDL cholesterol levels, which are the main component of the plaque. Another form is wet macular degeneration, in which omega-3 fatty acids can be used to support healthy circulation and blood vessel strength.

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• claire_lew

  06/13/2012

  Omega-3 fatty acids as a major component of the retina can firstly contribute to retina health. Yet they are also helpful for the prevention of both forms of AMD.

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