Vitamin C may improve floatersDietary Intervention With a Targeted Micronutrient Formulation Reduces the Visual Discomfort Associated With Vitreous Degeneration.
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We aimed to explore how a specific micronutrient formulation, including vitamin C, impacts visual discomfort caused by vitreous floaters. In a clinical trial, 61 patients experiencing symptoms of floaters were divided into two groups. One group took an active supplement containing various ingredients, including 40 mg of vitamin C, while the other group received a placebo over a period of six months.
After this period, we observed a significant reduction in visual discomfort among those who took the active formulation, compared to the placebo group, which experienced no noticeable changes. Additionally, the group taking the supplement showed a remarkable decrease in vitreous opacity, a key factor associated with floaters.
The positive effects were further validated through improvements in specific visual functions, such as contrast sensitivity. These findings suggest that vitamin C, as part of a targeted micronutrient strategy, may support patients suffering from visual disturbances, enhancing their overall quality of life.
This study highlights the potential benefits of dietary interventions alongside conventional treatments for symptomatic vitreous degeneration.