New Research Provides Insight to Eye Condition: Natural Prevention for Dry and Wet Eye AMD Condition

The eye is a delicate ocular instrument. Age-related macular degeneration is the most common cause of blindness in the elderly population, but it could be prevented.

The BBSRC reported on January 4, 2010, that scientists at University College London (UCL) have discovered that the relationship between two blood proteins has a central role in preventing the onset of Age-related macular degeneration (AMD). In a paper to be published in the American Journal of Biological Chemistry, January 8, 2010, the UK research team will present their new findings on how the interaction of blood proteins work to promote or hinder the development of AMD.

Chronic Degenerative Condition


AMD is the single most common cause of eye disease in the world's elderly population, accounting for some 15 million cases in the US alone, and many millions more throughout the world. The disease attacks the macula, the centre of the eye where the sharpest vision takes place, and leaves the victim with blurred or pitted vision - dark holes in sight. Read More