Integrative Optometry with Dr. Julie Poteet: Preventing Vision Loss Through Nutrition, Part 1
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Dr. Julie Poteet, a prominent integrative optometrist, discusses various aspects of eye health and how the eye can yield crucial insights about the potential for degenerative diseases and premature aging. She covers topics ranging from the impact of nutrition on age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and glaucoma to innovative practices such as retinal photography and vision therapy. Dr. Poteet shares insights on the benefits of specific nutrients like lutein, zeaxanthin, DHA, and astaxanthin, and emphasizes the significance of a Mediterranean diet and lifestyle changes in preventing eye diseases. The conversation further explores the role of genetic predisposition, early intervention strategies, and the promising future of nutrition-based therapies for eye health. Click HERE for part 2. |
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