I have a question about this episode Dr. Jeffrey Goldberg: How to Improve Your Eye Health & Offset Vision Loss | Huberman Lab Podcast and this Eye Health Supplements Are there any vitamins or supplements that help prevent macular degeneration discussed in the episode Dr. Jeffrey Goldberg: How to Improve Your Eye Health & Offset Vision Loss | Huberman Lab Podcast and the clip Eye Health Supplements?

In the episode featuring Dr. Jeffrey Goldberg, supplements that may help prevent macular degeneration were discussed, specifically during the Age-Related Eye Disease Studies (AREDS and AREDS2) that tested the effectiveness of certain supplements. The studies found that a combination of Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Zinc, Copper, and Beta-Carotene (in AREDS) could help slow the progression of moderate to severe dry macular degeneration. AREDS2 updated the formula by replacing Beta-Carotene with Lutein and Zeaxanthin, finding this formula even more effective for preventing progression in moderate to severe cases. However, the effect on mild macular degeneration was not statistically significant, but supplementation is still often recommended in practice for those at risk or those who can afford it 1 2.