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How effective is zinc for treating macular degeneration?
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Effective: In the Age-Related Eye Disease Study, zinc was found to be effective in slowing the loss of vision in people with macular degeneration. Adding anti-oxidant vitamins doubled the efficacy. The current recommendation is the AREDS 2 formula.
Answered 5/21/2015
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