Intravenous (IV) Therapy At Patients Medical we can create an IV therapy protocol to specifically address your medical and lifestyle needs, from nutrition supplementation and treatment of migraines, to respiratory ailments, chronic conditions, and many more.
Anti-Aging and Longevity Treatments Remember when you were in college and stayed up all night drinking beer, eating pizza, and partying; yet you still were able to attend class in the morning? How many of you could do that now?
Cataracts form when particular eye conditions and/or aging causes a cloudy area to develop on the lens, blocking the ability for light to make its way to the retina. This affects the eye's ability to see clearly. The cloudier the lens becomes, the more vision loss will occur. If the lens becomes completely opaque, vision loss can be permanent.
While cataracts can be removed surgically, research shows simple lifestyle and dietary changes can go a long way towards preventing their development, or reversing them without the need for invasive surgical procedures. It is important to note that nutrition is also a key element in preventing other conditions that cause vision loss, such as macular degeneration and glaucoma.
In rare cases, congenital defects cause babies to be born with cataracts. In these cases, cataracts are removed surgically to restore vision. Otherwise, most individuals develop cataracts as the result of environmental or other health factors. The most common causes of cataracts are:
Annual visits to our Integrative Ophthalmologist and/or routine physical exams, are the best way to catch cataracts before they are severe enough to require surgery. Dr. Matta will be able to see the filmy, cloudy, haze that begins to obscure the pupil. You may even be able to see this yourself when you look at your pupil in the mirror.
Lifestyle and Dietary Changes Can Reverse Cataracts
Unless your cataract development is swift and severe, there is a good chance that you can reverse the cataracts by enhancing your nutritional intake. In the meantime, eyeglasses and contacts will be able to compensate for your vision loss. If you smoke, quitting will slow down or stop cataract progression.
The American Optometric Association recommends patients with cataracts increase their Vitamin C intake. High levels of anti-oxidants slow down and/or reverse cataract development. It is recommended that women and men consume 75 mg and 95 mg per day, respectively. If you smoke, increase your daily intake by 35 mg. The best way for the body to absorb nutrients is from real foods. Synthetic supplements are second best. Never take a dietary supplement without speaking with your holistic physician first. Foods that contain high levels of Vitamin C include:
Lutein and Zeaxanthin are two beneficial carotenoids found in dark leafy greens, such as kale, turnip greens, and Brussels sprouts. Beta carotene is found in fruits and vegetables with an orange or yellow hue, such as carrots, certain squashes, peaches, and tomatoes. Your doctor may talk to you about supplementation of other vitamins, such as A and E.
If cataract development is such that your quality of life is diminished, your doctor may talk to you about surgical intervention. Dr. Ayman Matta, Integrative Ophthalmologist at Patients Medical, may remove the clouded lens and replace it with an intraocular lens (IOL). Dr. Matta will only recommend surgery when non-invasive treatments are ineffective.
Our job at Patients Medical is to listen, to connect the dots between a patient's medical history, symptoms, and their underlying causes. Patients Medical is a superb place for women and men to secure integrative and holistic health care from providers who give personalized care, partner with the patient to focus on the root cause of their illness, support their recovery, and help them maintain good health.
To make an appointment with one of our physicians, please call us at 1-212-794-8800. We look forward to hearing from you.
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