Description
Using nutritional medicine to support the treatment of advanced AMD (age-related macular degeneration), Orthomol AMD extra contains important micronutrients for antioxidant protection. Micronutrients for the dietary management of advanced AMD Important micronutrients for antioxidant protection. • Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal vision.• Vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc and copper contribute to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.• Vitamin C contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system (incl. the optic nerve). The retina is characterized by high metabolic activity and light exposure. Here, for example, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Zinc, with their nutritional and physiological properties, make a significant contribution to the dietary treatment of advanced age-related macular degeneration. The carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin are selectively enriched in the macula and their concentration is particularly high in the macula lutea. The composition of Orthomol AMD extra® is carefully tailored to the nutritional needs of AMD patients.
