Epidemiological studies suggest that nutrients such as n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid, antioxidants and B-vitamins may protect against age related cognitive decline. Small human studies have shown beneficial effects of polyphenol rich foods on cognition and age related macular degeneration. Walnuts
There is a growing amount of basic science data supporting the use of omega 3 fatty acids in AMD. Koto et al. report that eicosapentaenoic acid, a major omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid, prevents CNVM in mice. Conner et al. report in Nature Medicine that increased dietary intake of