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Hi can carrot juice really help with macular degeneration?thanks

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Dr. David Aizuss answered

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Not really: To the extent that nutrients high in lutein and xeaxanthin are beneficial carrots have some benefit. However better choices are green leafy vegetables such as spinach, kale or bok choy.

Dr Minich and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

Hi can carrot juice really help with macular degeneration?thanks

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Aizuss answered

Dr Minich and another doctor agreed

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